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Women and Tooth Care
Online Dental Education Library
Our team of dental specialists and team strive to improve the overall health of our patients by focusing on preventing, diagnosing and treating conditions associated with your teeth and gums. Please use our dental library to learn more about dental problems and treatments available. If you have questions or need to schedule an appointment, contact us.
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MyBlog
Patient Reviews
Oral Health Topics:
1. Introduction
2. General Dentistry
3. Fluoride
4. The Preventive Program
5. Fillings
6. Infection Control
7. Medication and Heart Disease
8. Latex Allergy
9. Age and Oral Health
10. Tobacco
11. Oral Piercing
Tooth Care:
1. Periodontal Exams
2. What is Tooth Decay?
3. Brushing
4. Flossing
5. Fluoride Facts
6. Mouth Rinses
7. Sealants
8. X-Rays
9. Denture Care
10. Emergency Care
11. Prevention Tips for Children
12. Women and Tooth Care
13. Seniors and Oral Health
14. Nutrition and Your Teeth
Dental Problems:
1. Abscessed Tooth
2. Bad Breath (halitosis)
3. Bulimia Nervosa
4. Canker/Cold Sores
5. Cavities and Tooth Decay
6. Toothaches
7. Diabetes
8. Dry Mouth
9. Fluorosis
10. Gum Disease (Gingivitis)
11. Impacted/Wisdom Teeth
12. Lacerations and Cuts
13. Oral Cancer
14. Plaque
15. Sensitive Teeth
16. Teeth Grinding (Bruxism)
17. Jaw Disorders
Treatment:
1. Braces (Orthodontia)
2. Sealants
3. Missing Teeth
4. Bridges
5. Crowns
6. Root Canal Therapy
7. Extractions
8. Scaling and Root Planing
9. Flap Surgery
10. Dentures
11. Jaw/TMJMaxillofacial Surgery
Cosmetic Dentistry:
1. Veneers
2. Teeth Whitening
3. Bleaching
4. Chipped, Cracked, and Worn Teeth
5. Implants
6. Grafts
7. Old and Unsightly Fillings
8. Bonding
9. Excessive or Uneven Gums
10. Ridge Augmentation
11. Invisalign ®
12. Crowns and Bridges
Pain Management:
1. Overview
2. Managing Pain
3. Anesthesia
4. Air Abrasion
5. Medications
Patient Information:
1. Your First Dental Visit
2. Dental Emergencies
3. Your Rights as a Patient
Product Reviews:
1. Oral Health Products
2. Choosing a Toothbrush
3. Types of Floss
4. Water Picks
5. Mouth Guards
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Women have special needs when it comes to their oral health. That’s because the physical changes they undergo through life—menstruation, pregnancy and childbirth, breast-feeding and menopause—cause many changes in the body, some harmful to teeth and gums.
Lesions and ulcers, dry sockets, as well as swollen gums, can sometimes occur during surges in a woman's hormone levels. These periods would be a prime time to visit the dentist. Birth control pills have been shown to increase the risk of gingivitis, and hormone replacement therapy has been shown to cause bleeding and swollen gums. Gum disease can also present a higher risk for premature births.
Some research has shown that women may be more likely to develop dry mouth, eating disorders, jaw problems such as temporomandibular joint disorders, and facial pain—all of which can be difficult from a physical and emotional standpoint.
Taking care of your mouth with proper oral health care is essential, and can go a long way to helping you face the physical changes in your body over the years.