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Diabetes is a condition that causes a person's blood sugar to rise higher than normal levels because the body isn't using insulin properly to process sugar in the blood. The body needs this insulin to produce energy and maintain a healthy weight. Without enough insulin, blood sugar levels can rise and interfere with other parts of the body. In fact, diabetics are much more likely to develop gum disease and other complications with their teeth because they are unable to control their blood sugar levels.

When blood glucose levels are high, it puts a lot of pressure on the body. If left untreated or unmanaged, it can lead to more severe health complications like heart disease, kidney disease, vision issues, and even death. This is why it's important for diabetics to properly manage their condition in order to live a healthy life.

Normally, patients with diabetes can undergo dental implant surgery without any issues. However, uncontrolled blood glucose levels can increase your risk of serious health complications, such as infection or stroke. Because of this, we will likely recommend another treatment option if you are unable to control your blood sugar levels. By controlling your blood sugar and keeping it at a healthy level, you are helping to protect your teeth and gums from infections and gum disease. You can also reduce your risk for other health problems as well, including heart disease. In the case of dental implant procedures, we may recommend that you postpone the procedure until you are able to control your blood sugar. This will ensure the best chances of success with your procedure and give you the best chance for a fully restored smile.

Since diabetes increases the risk for gum disease, it's important for dental implant candidates with uncontrolled diabetes to carefully manage their blood sugar throughout their treatment process. If a patient's blood sugar becomes too high or low, it can cause problems with healing the gums or bone and negatively impact the success of the implant procedure. Even for patients with better-controlled diabetes, keeping up with the necessary oral hygiene practices can be a challenge for those with other health complications. This makes it important for a dentist and patient to work together to ensure the patient safely gets implants despite having diabetes.

Even though getting dental implants isn't impossible for a diabetic patient, it's still important to work with a dentist who has experience handling such cases. These issues can make the patient more susceptible to infections or other complications that could make the procedure more difficult or even unsafe. Working with an experienced and qualified dentist is crucial for ensuring a successful outcome.

To find out if dental implants could help you with tooth loss, reach out to our dental practice in Mission Viejo, CA, to have a consultation with our dentist, Dr. Lee, or call us at (949) 380-0315. We'll guide you further.