Exploring Oral Health and Diabetes with the American Diabetes Association®

Dental health is about much more than teeth alone
In partnership with the American Diabetes Association®, Haleon is excited to explore the topic of how oral health can have an impact on ones overall well-being—associated with diabetes outcomes—in a new series of special Diabetes Core Update podcast episodes. Join host Neil Skolnik, MD, and his guests as they discuss the crucial link between oral health and diabetes, as well as the important role dental healthcare professionals can play in screening for diabetes. Neil Skolnik, MD specializes in family & community medicine, primary care, geriatrics, and pediatrics while treating patients with diabetes and obesity.
Diabetes Core Update Podcast | Special Edition: Oral Health and Diabetes
Episode 1
In this initial episode on oral health and diabetes, our host, Neil Skolnik, MD, discusses the bidirectional relationship between oral health and diabetes with Wenche Borgnakke, DDS, MPH, PhD, who specializes in dentistry and public health. This episode is supported by an independent educational grant from Haleon.
Episode 2
In the second episode of a special series on oral health and diabetes, our host, Neil Skolnik, MD, continues his conversation with Wenche Borgnakke, DDS, MPH, PhD. Together they cover a range of practical recommendations clinicians can use to help patients address oral hygiene. This special episode is supported by an independent educational grant from Haleon.
Please listen to each episode by clicking the below link (this directs to the podcast episodes on American Diabetes Association® website) or by subscribing to the Diabetes Core Update podcast via Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform.
Related resources

Downloadable Patient Guide: Diabetes and Oral Health (ENGLISH)
Access a quick reference guide developed by the American Diabetes Association® for English-speaking patients.

Downloadable Patient Guide: Diabetes and Oral Health (SPANISH)
Access a quick reference guide developed by the American Diabetes Association® for Spanish-speaking patients.

Nutritional Counseling for Overall Health: Oral and Glycemic Health
Explore the role of diet and its direct implications in helping overall health, with a focus on oral health and managing diabetes.