High Glucose Levels in Saliva Attributed to Increased Tooth Decay

Diabetics Notice Decline in Oral Health

Diabetics have a lot of things they have to keep in mind: what foods they can and can’t eat, how often they should eat, when they should check their blood sugar, when they should take their medications… Now studies show that diabetics also need to keep oral health in mind as well. 

According to the September 2002 edition of the Journal of the American Dental Association, when diabetes is not properly controlled, high glucose levels in diabetics’ saliva feeds the sugar-loving, tooth-decay causing bacteria in the mouth.  Because the high glucose levels are in the saliva and not on surfaces of teeth, the problem is much harder to control with tradition oral care methods, such as brushing and flossing.

Not only that, diabetes can cause a reduction in saliva production, which leaves the door open to bacterial and fungal infections in the mouth.

According to the American Diabetes Association, the best way to control oral health issues related to diabetes is to keep your blood glucose levels under control.

In addition to brushing and flossing, improving the bacterial balance in your mouth can also help. Along with the harmful bacteria, your mouth is home to beneficial bacteria that can help keep harmful bacteria in check. One great way to boost the balance in favor of beneficial bacteria is to use oral care probiotics, like EvoraPlus probiotic mints.

Adding a probiotics to your oral care routine is as simple as popping a probiotic mint twice daily after brushing your teeth!

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What’s Going on With Your Gums?

If you’ve been to the dentist lately, it’s likely you’ve had a little talk with the doc about gingivitis or periodontal (gum) disease.  You’re certainly not alone! According the American Dental Association, about 80 percent of the adult population is affected by some level of periodontal disease.

Yes! I hear you!

Most of us think that oral care is very basic – brush two to three times a day, floss once a day, etc.

I’m here to tell you – your mouth is a complex playground, home to more than 500 strains of bacteria. Don’t freak out – most of these bacteria are completely harmless. However – one strain of bacteria in particular has been found to be the root of MANY oral health challenges, including gingivitis and gum disease.

Studies have time and again proven that Streptococcus mutans is known to harm both the teeth and the gums. This nasty invader thrives on your favorite snacks, especially those high in sugar and other processed carbs. Whether you chow down on pasta or pie, these bacteria nosh on the carbs and create the by-product lactic acid, which erodes the protective enamel of your teeth, and eventually affect the dentin within your teeth.

So how are these bacteria affecting my gum health?

Unfortunately, these bacteria LOVE to hide out in the pocket of your gums that holds your tooth in place, which is exactly why brushing and flossing isn’t quite enough to keep the bacteria at bay.

Take control of your oral health!

So, if it’s not just about brushing and flossing, what can you do? Actually, it’s pretty simple. Studies have shown that the best way to combat the dreaded S. mutans is to populate the mouth with beneficial bacteria probiotics that naturally crowd the S. mutans out, stealing both its nutrients and its hiding places.

This blend of probiotics is available in a delicious probiotic mint taken twice daily. Yes! You can take control of your oral care that simply … and look out the next time you go to the dentist. He’ll be sure to smile at the change in your smile.