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The important connection between diabetes and oral health
May 28, 2026 — According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 12 out of every 100 Americans have diabetes. However, many people underestimate how important their oral health is in managing their diabetes... MORE

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TRICARE tips for managing diabetes and your oral health
July 8, 2024 — According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 38 million American adults currently have diabetes. Even though diabetes is common, many people don’t know about its connection to oral health... MORE

Woman wearing white headband looks in mirror while brushing teeth.

Mental Health Is Health: Depression and oral health
January 16, 2024 — Depression can cause you to neglect your oral health if you aren’t able to motivate yourself to do daily tasks like brushing your teeth and flossing. See how TRICARE can help your mental and oral health... MORE

Air Force dental technician aims a hand-held x-ray machine at a service member's cheek.

Learn about tobacco and your oral health
February 28, 2022 — There’s a great deal of scientific information that proves using tobacco products is seriously harmful to your health. Nicotine products can increase your risks for cancer of the throat, lungs and stomach. Also, tobacco products can negatively impact your oral health in several ways... MORE