Prevent Periodontal Disease
Filipinos with diabetes more prone to having periodontal disease and d iabetic patients may most likely lose the sweetness in their smile In the Philippines , there are more than 3.4 million Filipinos diagnosed with diabetes and this number is projected to grow to 6.16 million in 2030. While these people are also two to four times more likely to die of heart disease than people without diabetes, they are likewise candidates for a severe gum disease. Diabetic patients endure the unsweetened taste of food. While they keep their blood sugar under control, they are at an increased risk of periodontal disease, which causes the teeth to wear off.