Menopause and oral health - British Dental Journal
Source : https://www.nature.com/articles/s41415-022-4568-0
Sir, the oral health effects of changes in certain hormone levels during pregnancy, namely in the form of pregnancy gingivitis, are well recognised with a large body of research and guidance for both patients and clinicians. What is less clear, however, are the impacts of a reduction in certain hormone levels on oral health in post-menopausal patients.
Discussion: We ask dental professionals to be conscious of the menopause when managing this cohort of patients, whose oral health may be at risk akin to women in pregnancy. We hope with a larger research base and guidance, we can inform, advise and treat this large cohort of patients more appropriately in years to come.