2019-11-01 Diabetic Living Australia

(Steven Felgate) #1

You brush twice a day,


but are you (^) using the
right techniques
and (^) tools?
DENTAL
CARE
ON
Brus
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up
When you have diabetes,
the call to brush and floss
is about more than your smile.
“Diabetes compromises your
ability to fight oral infections
and bacteria. Symptoms of
diabetes can also cause
problems like dry mouth and
gum inflammation, which
promotes tooth decay,” says
Sally Cram, spokesperson
for the American Dental
Association. But countless
options can make it tough to
pick out the right supplies. We
asked experts what you need to
keep your pearly whites healthy.

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