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I have to get scaling and root planing on a few teeth next week. I just looked at my dental coverage and discovered that it covers the scaling and root planing, as well as periodontal maintenance four times a year, in full (well, I pay and then they reimburse me a few weeks later) since I am diabetic.
Do any of you do the periodontal maintenance four times a year? It sounds like a great benefit, but I am not familiar with the treatment so was curious to see if it is something other diabetics typically do.
Studies proved that people with insufficient blood glucose control seem to develop oral disease more often than people who have good control over their diabetes. For any signs of gum disease like redness, swelling or bleeding gums, consult a dentist. A diabetic patient should check his blood sugar level at prescribed intervals.
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