Zeitschrift für Mundhygiene und Gesundheit

Abstrakt

Interdisciplinary Insights into Bidirectional Relationship between Dentistry and Diabetes

Afif Bouslama

This abstract explores the intricate interplay between dentistry and diabetes, two distinct medical fields that share a bidirectional relationship with profound implications for patient care and overall health. Diabetes, a systemic metabolic disorder characterized by hyperglycemia, has been recognized as a significant risk factor for various oral health complications. Conversely, oral health issues, particularly periodontal disease, can exert a reciprocal influence on diabetes management and glycaemic control. The diabetic population faces an increased susceptibility to oral health problems, including periodontal disease, dental caries, and oral infections