Influential factors in patients with periodontitis and diabetes mellitus type II

Abstract

Introduction: Periodontal disease is a multifactorial and progressive process that dege-nerates at a specific time the tissues around the teeth. This disease is classified according to its progression in gingivitis and periodontitis, being periodontitis the last and most ag-gravating instance of the disease. On the other hand, diabetes is a metabolic disorder that affects sugar levels in the body. Diabetes is classified as type I or insulin-dependent (more common in young people), type II or non-insulin-dependent (more common in adults) and another known variety like gestational diabetes (or pregnancy). It is believed that factors such as socioeconomic status, genetics, other systemic conditions, or influence of periodontal treatment, among others, are involved in the bidirectional relationship that exists between these two entities. This review article aims to be an updating tool for professionals interested in the subject. Conclusions: The bidirectional relationship that exists between these two pathologies is an interference of certain factors such as smoking, other systemic conditions such as obesity and pregnancy, as well as some drug interactions. Diabetes Mellitus constitutes a risk factor for periodontitis. At the same time, the metabolic control of these patients becomes difficult in the presence of periodontitis, highlighting not only the relationship between these two diseases, but also the importance of knowing it to be able to act within an interdisciplinary team that leads to better health outcomes for affected patients.