Oral health knowledge and behavior among adults with diabetes.

摘要: The purpose of this study was to determine levels oral health knowledge and factors associated with adequate in adults diabetes. A convenience sample 253 adult US residents diabetes completed an survey assess their knowledge. Results showed that only 47% the participants answered five or more (out a maximum seven) items related correctly. Participants who received information have 2.9 times odds possessing (i.e., correctly) compared did not controlling for education race (OR = 2.86, 95% CI 1.26–6.24, P 0.008). Given provided by professionals (dental and/or medical) contributes improve among diabetes, should take opportunity educate patients about manifestations (e.g., dry mouth) complications periodontitis candidiasis) promote proper behaviors.