Implant Care in Patients With Diabetes
By Bethany Palesh, RDH, MS; Suncica Travan, DDS, MS; and Danielle Furgeson, RDH, MS, DHSc
Replacing missing teeth with dental implants has become more common than ever before in adults. The American Academy of Implant Dentistry estimates that more than 3 million Americans have dental implants, and the number continues to grow each year.1 The option of dental implants as a means to replace missing teeth may allow for increased function for many individuals, giving them the ability to speak with ease, increase their confidence and self-esteem, enjoy foods that were once difficult to bite and chew, and improve the overall ability to complete oral hygiene care. Dental implants are a long-term investment, and the longevity and overall stability of a dental implant depends on factors such as the patient’s overall systemic health and level of oral hygiene and whether he or she receives regular professional dental care.2
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