Monday, November 21, 2011

November & Diabetes Awareness: The Dental Connection!

At Thomas Family Dentistry, our team knows that the way that you care for your teeth at home doesn't just affect your oral health--it can impact your overall health as well.  In recent years, researchers have found clear links between the mouth and other parts of the body, and the evidence is especially important for people with diabetes.

November marks Diabetes Awareness Month, and a great time to learn about how keeping your mouth healthy is vital to your overall health, too. If you are one of the nearly 26 million Americans currently living with diabetes, there is some good news: you can protect your gums and teeth from the effects of diabetes by visiting our Broken Arrow office for regular check-ups and cleanings.  Most people should have at least two dental appointments per year, but those folks living with diabetes may require additional visits to make sure that their dental health remains in top shape.  Many insurance plans provide expanded benefits for diabetic patients.  In order to maintain your dental health, our dental team will recommend how often you need to come in for your dental visits.

For more information on how we can help, please give us a call at 918-455-0123 or ask us on Facebook!

God Bless,
DRT

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