Maintaining good oral hygiene is linked to reducing the risk of gum infections and conditions like diabetes and Alzheimer’s. A study found that using antiseptic mouthwash may improve blood sugar levels in some diabetic patients by reducing the number of bacteria associated with periodontitis, a gum infection linked to various health conditions. Researchers found that using antiseptic mouthwash reduced bacterial levels and improved blood sugar control in some diabetic patients. The study involved 173 patients and found that younger patients had greater reductions in bacterial species and significant improvement in blood sugar control when using the mouthwash compared to water. Identifying patients likely to respond well to antiseptic mouthwash could make it an effective treatment for periodontic-linked diseases.
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Mouthwash Use May Improve Blood Sugar Levels In Some Diabetic Patients: Study
