Menopause Oral Health

“Women who are menopausal or post-menopausal may experience changes in their mouths. They may notice dry mouth, pain and burning sensations in the gum tissue…”.1

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What may the Oral Health Umbrella include?

Depending on the Source (DotS) this Umbrella may include:

  • Dental Care/Health/Hygiene
  • Gum Problems
  • Oral Care/Health/Hygiene
  • Menopause Oral Care/Health/Hygiene

Diseases and Conditions

Is there an association between oral health and various diseases and conditions?

In Oral Health: A Window To Your Overall Health – What Conditions Can Be Linked To Oral Health? the (United States) Mayo Clinic elaborate on:

“Your oral health might contribute to various diseases and conditions, including:

  • Endocarditis…
  • Cardiovascular Disease…
  • Pregnancy and Birth Complications…
  • Pneumonia

Certain conditions also might affect your oral health, including:

  • Diabetes…
  • HIV/AIDS…
  • Osteoporosis…
  • Alzheimer’s Disease…

Other conditions that might be linked to oral health include eating disorders, rheumatoid arthritis, certain cancers and an immune system disorder that causes dry mouth (Sjogren’s syndrome)”.2

Menopause

During menopause, what changes can some women experience in their mouth?

In Gum Disease and Women: Menopause and Post-Menopause the American Academy of Periodontology note:

Menopause Oral Health

“Women who are menopausal or post-menopausal may experience changes in their mouths. They may notice dry mouth, pain and burning sensations in the gum tissue and altered taste, especially salty, peppery or sour”.3

Bone Health

Is there an association between oral health and bone health?

The North American Menopause Society explain:

“Your dental health and the health of your bones are closely related. So, although problems with teeth and gums may be more common at and after menopause, don’t think of them as normal. With bone loss, the tooth sockets in your jaw deteriorate, leading to receding gums and exposing the roots, which makes you sensitive to cold”.4

Oral Diseases

What are risk factors for oral diseases?

In Oral Health: Key Facts according to the World Health Organization:

  • “Oral diseases are caused by a range of modifiable risk factors, including sugar consumption, tobacco use, alcohol use and poor hygiene, and their underlying social and commercial determinants”.5

Oral Health

What is the drill about oral health?

The Mayo Clinic explain:

“To protect your oral health, practice good oral hygiene daily.

  • Brush your teeth at least twice a day for two minutes each time. Use a soft-bristled brush using fluoride toothpaste
  • Floss daily
  • Use mouthwash to remove food particles left after brushing and flossing
  • Eat a healthy diet and limit sugary food and drinks
  • Replace your toothbrush every three months to four months, or sooner if bristles are splayed or worn
  • Schedule regular dental checkups and cleanings
  • Avoid tobacco use

Also, contact your dentist as soon as an oral health problem arises. Taking care of your oral health is an investment in your overall health”.6

Keep Your Teeth for Life

How can we keep our teeth for life?

In Dental Health Week: Campaign Messages the Australian Dental Association (ADA), for Dental Health Week (DHW) 2022, elaborate on:

  • “Brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste
  • Clean between your teeth daily using floss or interdental brushes
  • Eat a healthy, balanced diet and limit added sugar intake
  • Visit the dentist regularly for check-ups and preventive care”.7

Dentist

What should we be sure to tell our dentist?

The Mayo Clinic note:

“Tell your dentist about the medications you take and about changes in your overall health, especially if you’ve recently been ill or you have a chronic condition, such as diabetes”.8

The NAMS explain:

“Take good care of your teeth and your bones. Get regular dental checkups and follow your dentist’s advice about flossing, brushing, and rinsing. And talk to your doctor about bone health”.9

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  83. Sensitive Teeth
  84. Sjogren’s Syndrome
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Sources

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  1. Gum Disease and Women: Menopause and Post-Menopause. American Academy of Periodontology https://www.perio.org/consumer/gum-disease-and-women Accessed: 12 August 2022
  2. Oral Health: A Window To Your Overall Health – What Conditions May Be Linked To Oral Health? 28 October 2021. Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/dental/art-20047475 Accessed: 12 August 2022
  3. Gum Disease and Women: Menopause and Post-Menopause. American Academy of Periodontology https://www.perio.org/consumer/gum-disease-and-women Accessed: 12 August 2022
  4. Menopause FAQs: Your Health After Menopause – Q. My gums are starting to recede, and it hurts my teeth to eat anything cold. Is this normal? North American Menopause Society https://www.menopause.org/for-women/menopause-faqs-your-health-after-menopause Accessed: 12 August 2022
  5. Oral Health: Key Facts. 15 March 2022. World Health Organization https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/oral-health Accessed: 12 August 2022
  6. Oral Health: A Window To Your Overall Health – What Conditions Can Be Linked To Oral Health? How Can I Protect My Oral Health? 28 October 2021. Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/dental/art-20047475 Accessed: 12 August 2022
  7. About Dental Health Week: Campaign Week. Australian Dental Association https://www.ada.org.au/Dental-Health-Week Accessed: 12 August 2022
  8. Oral Health: A Window To Your Overall Health – How Can I Protect My Oral Health? 28 October 2021. Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/dental/art-20047475 Accessed: 12 August 2022
  9. Menopause FAQs: Your Health After Menopause – Q. My gums are starting to recede, and it hurts my teeth to eat anything cold. Is this normal? North American Menopause Society https://www.menopause.org/for-women/menopause-faqs-your-health-after-menopause Accessed: 12 August 2022
Topic Last Updated: 19 November 2022 – Topic Last Reviewed: 12 August 2022

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