Background: As more is learned about the human body, a definite relationship between the diseases of the oral cavity, especially periodontal infections, and systemic diseases is emerging. In addition, it is being shown that some of the risk factors for periodontal disease are similar to those of certain systemic diseases, and that periodontal disease itself may be a risk factor for some systemic diseases. So the present study was aimed to investigate the association of markers of metabolic control and systemic inflammation in diabetics, with the extent and severity of periodontal disease and to evaluate the relative cardiovascular risk in such patients.

  Methods: A total of 50 known diabetic subjects participated in the study. Periodontal examination included a full mouth assessment for bleeding on probing using Sulcus Bleeding index (SBI) and probing depths (PD). Blood analyses were carried out for glycosylated hemoglobin, (HbA1c), C-reactive protein (CRP), and lipid profile.

  Results: Periodontal disease severity in terms of SBI scores and PD were found to be associated with inadequate glycaemic control as measured by HbA1c

 Source: Journal of Periodentology & Implant Dentistry

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