Diabetes mellitus has become a worldwide epidemic and is frequently accompanied by
a number of complications proportional to the duration of hyperglycemia. The aim of
this narrative review is to assess the most up-to-date guidelines on DM provided by
both diabetes and dental associations. Furthermore, to gather evidence on the uni/bidirectional
relationships of elevated HbA1c levels on dental surgery, implantology, bone augmentation,
and periodontology and to demonstrate the importance of measuring HbA1c levels before
invasive dental treatments. HbA1c and blood glucose measurements are a minimally invasive
method for preventing complications in diabetes mellitus. The authors conducted a
literature review to determine which oral conditions are affected by diabetes mellitus.
MEDLINE served as a source with the use of a specific search key. Regarding oral complications
of diabetes, prevention is the most vital factor. With this publication, we hope to
assist physicians and dentists to make prompt diagnoses and to help in recognizing
various oral manifestations of diabetes and follow the existing guidelines.
