Effect of Periodontal Treatment on Metabolic Control in Patients with Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus Treated in the Cardiovascular Healt Program

This study is investigating whether treating gum disease (periodontitis) can help improve blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes. Research suggests that chronic gum inflammation may make diabetes harder to control, and treating it might improve overall metabolic health. Participants will receive professional dental treatment alongside their usual diabetes care. **You may be eligible if...** - You have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and are enrolled in a cardiovascular health program - Your blood sugar (HbA1c) has been 7% or higher in the past 6 months, indicating poor control - You have been diagnosed with moderate to severe gum disease (periodontitis), confirmed by a dental examination - You are willing to attend dental treatment sessions and follow-up visits **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have already received gum disease treatment in the past year - You have type 1 diabetes - You need antibiotics before dental procedures (such as for heart valve conditions) - You are pregnant or planning to become pregnant - You have had certain recent cardiovascular events (such as a heart attack or stroke in the past 6 months) - You currently smoke (or are unwilling to disclose smoking status) Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.