IS THERE A CORRELATION BETWEEN POOR ORAL HEALTH AND DIABETES: QUESTIONNAIRE STUDY

The purpose of this study is to determine whether there is a significant relationship between oral health and diabetes mellitus. The study is a cross-sectional analytical study, that used an e-form questionnaire, collecting 1095 participant. The questionnaire is designed to assess the common signs and symptoms of different common oral diseases, especially periodontal disease. Results showed that 9.6% of participants were diabetics. Significant relationship between symptoms and signs of dental disease and being a diabetic was found. Conclusion has been made that diabetes has a negative effect on oral health.