Effectiveness of Different Oral Hygiene Practices in Preventing Periodontal Diseases among Diabetic Patients

Original Article

Abstract

Background: Diabetes mellitus is a vicious system and exacerbates multitude of periodontal diseases due to impaired immune immune response, defense systems and their ability to repair. The realization that diabetic patients face a higher risk for severe periodontal complications underscores the importance of good oral hygiene practices and regular dental maintenance to manage their periodontal health.

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to assess the efficiency in inflammation control on different oral hygiene maneuvers  brushing, flossing and mouthwash among dental diabetic patients with general or severe periodontitis.

Study Design::  A Cross-Sectional Study.

Duration and place of study. Department of Oral and maxillofacial surgery  Bacha Khan college of dentistry Mardan from 05 jan 2023 to 05 jan 2024

Method: Divided 150 diabetic patients into three groups  brushing only, flossing and antimicrobial mouthwash with regular tooth brushing. Mechanical and antimicrobial control were performed for 6 months, and gingival index (GI), plaque score/PI, periodontal pocket depth PPD of all health was conducted.

Results :The mean age of the participants was 52.4 years (SD, 6.8 years). A mean reduction of 1.2 (SD = 0.4) for Group A (brushing only), a mean reduction of PI: 1.6(SD =3 /PI :11 ) was the maximal where as with combination agent i.e, mouth wash more effect is seen than manual oral hygiene method which showed significant difference in reduces plaque adhesion, it reduced by this intervention album group B and final additional use floss did not add apparent benefit to this from resistance he last completed due along [Table/Fig-5]. Differences in effectiveness between the oral hygiene practices also reached statistical significance (p<0.01).

Conclusion: The best method that can be employed to prevent periodontal diseases in a patient undergoing treatment for diabetes is brushing, flossing and recommended mouth wash which constitutes of antimicrobial properties. Periodontal complications can be prevented in this population by highlighting the fundamentals of oral hygiene practices.

Keywords: Diabetes, Periodontal Disease, Oral Hygiene, Prevention