Women's Dental Health
Good dental hygiene is important for oral health. It is especially important for women because hormonal changes throughout a woman's life can increase her risk of tooth and gum diseases.
During puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, breast feeding and menopause, fluctuating levels of female hormones can cause swelling and changes to the gums. Hormone medications such as the oral contraceptive pill and hormone replacement therapy (HRT), as well as other prescription and non-prescription medications, can also play a role in the health of a woman's mouth.
Daily attention to oral hygiene will ensure that the teeth and gums are in the best possible condition to deal with these hormonal fluctuations. |
