Evaluation of Oral Complications, Oral Health, and Decayed, Missing, and Filled Teeth in Diabetic Patients: A Retrospective Cohort Study

The aim of this study was to determine the presence of oral lesions and complications, caries, and oral hygiene status in patients with diabetes mellitus type 1 and 2, and gestational diabetes (GDM).

The plaque index of each patient was recorded using the Silness-Löe index. Dental health status was observed using the decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT) index. The patient’s mouth was examined clinically for oral lesions and complications.

There were significant differences between the study groups with regard to age, duration of diabetes, DMFT index, oral lesions, and hygiene status.

According to the result of this study, the rate of dental caries, oral complications such as xerostomia, and burning mouth in patients with diabetes is higher than in healthy people.