Differences in Dental Care Referral for Diabetic Patients Between General Practitioners and Diabetes Specialists in Japan, Analyzed from NSAID-Study 3

Article Endocrinology & Metabolism

Glycemic control and number of natural teeth: analysis of cross-sectional Japanese employment-based dental insurance claims and medical check-up data

Kayo Harada et al.

Summary: This study confirmed the strong association between glycemic control and the number of natural teeth in the real-world setting. Furthermore, there are continuous relationships of HbA1c and FPG with number of natural teeth, including individuals with impaired fasting glucose. These findings highlight the importance of glycemic control and proper oral care in preventing tooth loss.

DIABETOLOGY INTERNATIONAL (2022)

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Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Bidirectional association between periodontal disease and diabetes mellitus: a systematic review and meta-analysis of cohort studies

Julia Stoehr et al.

Summary: This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the bidirectional prospective association between periodontal disease and diabetes mellitus. The findings revealed a positive correlation between the two conditions, highlighting the importance of screening patients with periodontitis for diabetes mellitus and vice versa. However, high unexplained heterogeneity between studies was noted as a main limitation.

SCIENTIFIC REPORTS (2021)

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Article Primary Health Care