The Effect of Oral Hygiene and Full Mouth Scaling on Metabolic Control in Patients With Type II Diabetes

The aim of the study is to evaluate the effect of non-surgical periodontal therapy, consisting of oral hygiene instruction, full mouth scaling and an antimicrobial rinse on the metabolic control of chronic periodontitis patients with type II diabetes mellitus.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Age 25- 75 years;
2. Type 2 diabetes;
3. Chronic periodontitis with 2 or more teeth with CAL≥6mm and one site with a PD≥5mm ("established periodontitis")16

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Periodontal treatment within the last 3 months
2. The use of antibiotics within the last 4 weeks
3. Pregnancy or the intention to be pregnant in the next 4 months