How menopause affects oral health, and what we can do about it
Maria Clarinda A Buencamino, Leena Palomo, Holly L Thacker, Maria Clarinda A Buencamino, Leena Palomo, Holly L Thacker
Abstract
After menopause, women become more susceptible to periodontal disease. We believe the problem is due in large part to estrogen deficiency with resulting bone loss and inflammatory processes. Osteoporosis and periodontal disease are best diagnosed early so that treatment can be started sooner and fractures and tooth loss can be prevented.
Source: PubMed