Publications by authors named "Michael F Neubauer"
Background: The underlying mechanisms for increased osteopenia and fracture rates in patients with diabetes are not well understood, but may relate to chronic systemic inflammation. We assessed the effect of treating periodontal disease (POD), a cause of chronic inflammation, on inflammatory and bone turnover markers in patients with diabetes.
Materials And Methods: Using an investigator-administered questionnaire, we screened a cross-section of patients presenting for routine outpatient diabetes care.
Article Synopsis
- * It involved 202 diabetes patients, revealing that older age, lack of flossing, and diabetic retinopathy were significant predictors of tooth loss.
- * The findings suggest that emphasizing regular flossing could play a critical role in reducing dental loss among individuals with diabetes.