November 11, 2008

Women and gum disease, oral health needs of unique.

Introduction:
Women, should know that their oral health needs are unique. He knows that the toilet every day, as well as regular visits to the doctor and dentist are important to help keep in shape. We also know that there are special times in your life, which requires extra care of herself. Days when mature and change, for example, puberty or menopause, and other times when you have special health requirements, such as menstruation or pregnancy. The oral health needs also change depending on the stage of life.
Puberty:
During puberty, increases the level of sex hormones like progesterone, and possibly is the increase of estrogen in the blood of the young woman, causing a larger movement to the gums. The result is that this part of the mouth becomes more sensitive than usual, which will lead to greater susceptibility to any reaction or irritation, including food particles, plaque and calculations. The gums react to local irritating, inflamed. As the cause of this inflammation is due to local irritants, they should be eliminated as a whole. After that, care at home, including brushing and flossing is necessary. If these symptoms are compounded into a disease and it is not treated, the bone and tissue surrounding the teeth may be damaged. Puberty progresses, the trend of decreasing inflammation of the gums, and sensitivity to irritants. However, it is important not to forget that brushing and flossing daily, as well as the attention of a professional, are needed.
 

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