Diabetes mellitus and periodontal diseases are common chronic diseases in the United States. Periodontal infection may adversely affect glycemic control in people with diabetes. This article reviews the evidence regarding how treatment of periodontal diseases affects glycemic control.
Department of Cariology, Restorative Sciences and Endodontics, The University of Michigan School of Dentistry, Ann Arbor 48109-1078, USA. gwt@umich.edu