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THE ENDURING SPIRIT: SELECTED CONFERENCE PARERS

Perimenopausal Women: Oral Health Status and Preventive Strategies

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Pages 21-32 | Published online: 13 Oct 2008
 

ABSTRACT

The oral health status of women is becoming an increasing concern in health professions' education, research, and clinical practice. Epidemiological data indicates women experience comparable rates of tooth loss to men; more coronal caries; and less periodontal disease and soft tissue pathology. Perimenopausal women experience root caries, tooth abrasion, attrition and erosion, burning mouth syndrome, and dentinal hypersensitivity. Plaque control utilizing mechanical methods, such as toothbrushing and flossing and chemical methods to assist in preventing oral disease are important strategies to control dental disease and discomfort. Nutritional relationships and collaboration with oral health care providers are also key components to attaining and maintaining oral health.

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