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 Managing risk → advanced gum disease → periodontitis → chronic inflammation, which can worsen blood sugar levels. Therefore, cleaning is advisable:  https://www.diabetes.org.uk/about-diabetes/complications/gum-disease   Prophylactic Antibiotic When:  In controlled vs. uncontrolled cases, routine vs. dentoalveolar surgery:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10530114/   Tip:  For Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (DM), it is generally recommended to administer antibiotic prophylaxis (Augmentin 625mg) one hour before procedures, such as extractions, especially for patients on insulin. The medication should then continue as recommended. If there is a penicillin allergy, an alternative antibiotic should be prescribed. Basically, the point being made is to keep your gums healthy, as sugar can affect both your gums and overall health, and vice versa, as indicated in the first reference link. This can help achieve better control over your sugar levels. Additionally, rou...