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Periodontal disease

Damage to the gums[?] in the mouth by bacterial infection[?]. People who have diabetes are more likely to have gum disease than people who do not have diabetes.

symptoms

redness or bleeding of gums while brushing teeth

treatment

regular brushing and flossing, use of a thin piece of cotton or nylon string to clean between the teeth

prevention

diets high in Vitamin C and regular dental hygiene[?] (see above)

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