Incidence of Candida Albicans in Diabetics with Dental Prosthesis

Diabetes is major health problem with high morbidity and mortality. Currently affects more than 285 million people worldwide according to the Mexican Diabetes Federation. Candidiasis is a common disorder, especially in patients with diabetes. It is caused by an overgrowth of Candida in the mouth, digestive tract, vagina and other tissues. People with diabetes have high levels of glucose in the blood are more susceptible to oral candidiasis. A dental prosthesis is an artificial element that is used to restore the anatomy of a tooth or teeth, also the restoration of the relationship between the jaws, while correcting the vertical dimension and improve both the natural dentition and periodontal structures. The study aims to determine the incidence of Candida albicans in patients diabetes with total or partial prosthesis.