It is unfortunate but
women, during a variety of times in their lives, can be at a higher risk for periodontal
disease. As your body and hormones change, your teeth can be at greater risk. While cosmetic surgery can help improve your
smile, it’s important to take care of the foundation, which are your gums to
reduce the risks to your teeth. Dr. Denine Rice, states, “There are four critical
hormonal times that may decrease the health of your smile if you do not brush,
floss and visit the dentist regularly.“
Puberty is the first burst of hormones that can impact your
gums. There tends to be a rush of blood to the gums, which can cause an
increase in irritation.
During menstruation some women can experience menstruation gingivitis.
Right before your period begins you may notice your gums are bleeding, swollen
and puffy. Usually this clears up after your period has stopped.
During pregnancy the hormones in your system can increase,
leaving you at risk for periodontal disease. If this is not taken care of it
can impact the health of your baby. “Visit the periodontist if you find your
gums are swollen, bleeding and you are not able to reduce the symptoms with
regular flossing and brushing,” says Dr. Rice.
Menopause and Post Menopause. Along with a variety of other
symptoms, some women can have dry mouth or experience burning of the gums along
with bleeding, swollen and sensitive tissue.
These factors, while they increase your chances of having
periodontal disease, don’t mean you need to let it get that far. Visit the
dentist if you are experiencing any of these symptoms and they do not go away
with a regular dental routine.
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