Menopause

Oral health is an important part of counseling for peri- and postmenopausal women.

  • Incidence of periodontitis increases after menopause.
  • Hormone replacement therapy appears to be protective.
  • Primary care clinicians should counsel peri- and postmenopausal women about maintaining good oral hygiene.

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References

Clayton JA, D'Souza RN. Putting science to work for women's health. J Dent Educ. 2024;88 Suppl 1:708-712. doi:10.1002/jdd.13566