The gum becomes uneven, and dentures may not fit well. People with diabetes often have sore gums from dentures. If chewing with dentures is painful, you might choose foods that are easier to chew but not right for your diet. Eating the wrong foods can upset blood sugar control. The best way to avoid these problems is to keep your natural teeth and gums healthy.
Harmful germs attack the teeth and gums when plaque builds up.
You can stop plaque build-up and prevent gum disease by brushing and flossing carefully every day. Use a piece of dental floss about 18 inches long. Using a sawing motion, gently bring the floss through the tight spaces between the teeth. Do not snap the floss against the gums. Curve the floss around each tooth and gently scrape from below the gum to the top of the tooth several times.