When it comes to taking care of your diabetes, most people are aware of the basics—taking your medicine, routine blood sugar monitoring, and eating healthy—but did you know that brushing and flossing everyday along with your routine six-month dental checkups are other steps you can take? And by telling your dentist that you are diabetic, you are adding one more healthcare professional to your team for monitoring this chronic disease.
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