EVALUATION OF BIOMARKER VARIATIONS IN DENTAL CARIES AND TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS

Abstract

Introduction: Diabetes mellitus, which is considered a chronic metabolic disorder, is continuously causing a significant global health challenge. According to recent studies, an estimated 537 million adults aged between 20-79 years have been dealing with diabetes in 2021, and this number is projected to rise to 784 million by 2045 (International Diabetes Federation, 2021). The increasing incidence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) epitomizes a substantial global health challenge with profound implications for both individual well-being and healthcare systems worldwide.