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[Oral manifestations in diabetes]
B Obradović1, A Cekić-Arambasin
1Stomatoloskog Fakulteta Sveucilista u Zabrebu.
Acta Stomatologica Croatica
|January 1, 1991
Summary
Diabetes mellitus, a systemic disease, significantly impacts oral health, with dry mouth (xerostomia) being the most common symptom. This study highlights prevalent oral alterations in diabetic patients, emphasizing the need for integrated care.
Area of Science:
- Oral Medicine
- Endocrinology
- Systemic Diseases
Context:
- Diabetes mellitus is a systemic disease with known oral manifestations.
- Understanding these oral changes is crucial for comprehensive patient care.
- Previous research indicates a link between metabolic disturbances and oral health.
Purpose:
- To investigate the prevalence and types of oral alterations in a cohort of diabetic patients.
- To identify the most common oral symptoms associated with diabetes mellitus.
- To correlate oral findings with other systemic comorbidities in diabetics.
Summary:
- The study included 47 diabetic patients (34 female, 13 male, mean age 55) with a mean blood glucose of 12.6 mmol/l.
- Predominant oral symptoms observed were xerostomia (dry mouth), glossopyrosis, stomatopyrosis, and gingivitis with hyperkeratosis.
- Less frequent findings included membranes and ulcerations; cardiovascular diseases were the most common comorbidity.
Impact:
- Highlights the significant impact of diabetes mellitus on oral health.
- Emphasizes xerostomia as a key oral symptom in diabetic patients.
- Underscores the importance of monitoring oral health in systemic disease management.