A1C Testing - Canton, OH

Help Take Control of Treatment Success

Why Receive A1C Testing?

Diabetes may not seem like it would affect your oral health, but numerous studies have shown the link between this condition and chronic issues like periodontal disease. Diabetes, especially when coupled with chronic gum disease, can also affect the longevity of dental implants. It’s important to understand the complications diabetes causes for both physical and oral health so you can have better treatment success. At the Center for Advanced Periodontal & Implant Care, our team provides A1C testing in Canton, OH to screen for diabetes. Knowing your risk and when to seek medical treatment can better ensure the investment you make in dental implants and a new smile lasts for your lifetime.

The Link Between Diabetes and Oral Health

High A1C levels are linked to diabetes complications, so reaching and maintaining your individual A1C goal is critical if you have diabetes and are considering dental implants. Diabetes makes it more difficult for your body to heal after surgery, weakens your immune system, and makes you more at risk for infection. Testing for diabetes is also important if you currently have gum disease, which is often considered a complication of diabetes. Severe periodontal disease can increase blood sugar. Patients with periodontitis and severe gingival inflammation who do not respond to routine periodontal therapy should be screened for diabetes. The success of dental implants is significantly affected by the state of your oral and overall health. We can help you screen for diabetes and even vitamin D deficiency so you can better take control of your health and the longevity of your dental implants.

Risks of Diabetes

What to Expect with Our A1C Test

The A1C testing in Canton, OH that our team offers is one of the commonly used tests to diagnose pre-diabetes and is a simple blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past 3 months. This test is also the main test to help you and your health care team manage your diabetes and help keep you from experiencing dental implant failure. By communicating and coordinating the treatment of diabetic patients, medical and dental care providers have an opportunity to provide better care for our patients.

Take control of your health!

Schedule your A1C testing and know your risk for diabetes.

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