Rinse your mouth after flossing. Gently brush teeth twice a day with a soft nylon brush with rounded ends on the bristles. Gently brush your tongue, which can trap germs. Use a fluoride toothpaste to protect teeth from decay. Check Your Work.
Dental plaque is hard to see unless it is stained.
The color left on the teeth shows where there is still plaque. Extra flossing and brushing will remove this plaque. People with diabetes should have dental check-ups at least every 6 months, or more often if recommended by their dentist. Be sure to tell your dentist you have diabetes. Frequent dental check-ups are needed to find problems early when treatment is most effective.