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The Dental Consequences of Diabetes

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Watch this video about the dental consequences of diabetes on HowStuffWorks. Adult onset diabetes can have numerous dental consequences such as dry mouth, tooth decay, and taste impairment. Learn about the dental consequences of diabetes in this video from the American Dental Association.

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