Hormone Shifts Raise Women's Gum Disease Risk, as 52% of Women 40+ Miss Menopause Link
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Updated · Grand Junction Daily Sentinel · May 30
Hormone Shifts Raise Women's Gum Disease Risk, as 52% of Women 40+ Miss Menopause Link
1 articles · Updated · Grand Junction Daily Sentinel · May 30
Summary
Estrogen and progesterone swings can make women more vulnerable to gum inflammation, disease and tooth sensitivity during puberty, menstruation, pregnancy and menopause, according to a NAPSI-distributed oral health report.
Pregnancy can bring gingivitis, bleeding gums and noncancerous gum growths, while morning sickness exposes teeth to stomach acid that can weaken enamel.
Delta Dental of Washington's 2024 survey found 52% of women age 40 and older did not know falling estrogen can affect dental health by reducing saliva and increasing dry-mouth and gum-disease risk.
The report says menopause-related bone-density loss can raise tooth-loss risk in women with gum disease, and recommends brushing twice daily, flossing once a day and getting regular dental checkups.