Diabetes, blood pressure, blood thinners: safe dental treatment in Beylikdüzü for people with long-term conditions
Someone with a long-term condition can have dental treatment; what matters is that the condition is under control and the dentist knows what medication you take. Don't stop blood thinners or other medication on your own. When needed, the dentist plans treatment together with the doctor who looks after you.
Always tell your dentist
- All the medication you take and the doses (a photo of the boxes works too).
- Blood thinners: warfarin, newer anticoagulants, aspirin and similar.
- Medication for osteoporosis or cancer treatment (bisphosphonates, denosumab).
- Heart valve disease, a prosthetic heart valve or a history of endocarditis.
- Diabetes and your latest HbA1c result.
- Allergies, especially to medicines and latex.
What to watch for, by condition
| Condition | In dental treatment |
|---|---|
| Diabetes | If well controlled, treatment and implants are possible; with poor control, gum disease and healing problems increase. Eat your usual meal before the appointment. |
| High blood pressure | Take your medication as usual; if blood pressure is very high, planned procedures may be postponed. |
| Blood thinners | For simple extractions and gum procedures, local bleeding control is usually enough without stopping the medication; with warfarin, a recent INR is checked. |
| Osteoporosis medication | Especially with intravenous drugs, extractions and implants need careful planning because of jawbone complications. |
| Heart disease | Some heart valve conditions need preventive antibiotics before procedures; this is decided on a cardiologist's advice. |
| Pregnancy | Covered in a separate guide: dental treatment during pregnancy. |
The two-way link between diabetes and gum disease
Poorly controlled diabetes speeds up gum disease, and untreated gum inflammation can make blood sugar harder to control. That's why regular professional cleaning and gum treatment are especially important for people with diabetes. If you have diabetes and are considering implants, see who can get dental implants.
Dry mouth caused by medication
Many blood pressure, antidepressant, allergy and diuretic medicines reduce saliva. Dry mouth raises the risk of decay and of sore spots under dentures. Drinking water often, sugar-free gum, fluoride toothpaste and regular check-ups help. We also cover this in dental care for older adults.
Patients with long-term conditions at Dent32
At Dent32 we take a detailed medical history and medication list before treatment and, where needed, contact your doctor to plan together. Our dental clinic in Beylikdüzü is at Barış Mah., Ginza Lavinya, E-5 Yanyolu No:30 D:179, 34520 Beylikdüzü, Istanbul; to book, call +90 555 011 33 68 or use the contact page.
Frequently asked questions
I take blood thinners. Should I stop before an extraction?
Don't stop on your own. Most simple extractions can be done without stopping; if needed, the dentist talks to the doctor who prescribed the medication.
Can people with diabetes have implants?
Implants can be successful when blood sugar is well controlled. With poor control, getting blood sugar in order first is recommended.
Should I take my blood pressure medication on the day of my appointment?
Yes, unless told otherwise, take your medication as usual. Your blood pressure may be measured at the appointment.
