Mouth-Body Connection
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- Q Does my dentist need to be told I have an eating disorder?
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Your dentist should be told you an eating disorder. Eating disorders can cause widespread damage to the teeth and can quicken tooth decay and tooth loss. Dentists know how to help protect your teeth from further erosion, prevent periodontal disease and... Full Answer
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- Q Are there any oral health problems surrounding menopause?
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Women who are pregnant, take oral contraceptives (birth control pills) or are experiencing menopause experience hormonal changes. Menopausal women may experience pain and burning sensations in the gums, dry mouth, and changes in taste, especially changes... Full Answer
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- Q Can young women with obesity have oral health problems?
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Some research has linked an increase of body fat with periodontal disease in young women. One theory is that the diets of some young women with obesity may include more non-citrus juices and soft drinks in place of milk or healthier drinks. This could be... Full Answer
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- Q How are the oral health effects from eating disorders treated?
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The American Dental Association recommends immediate treatment to prevent teeth from breaking down even more. It is also very important for you to get treatment for your overall health. Here are some things you can do for your oral health: *Seek routine... Full Answer
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- Q What should I do if I'm taking a bisphosphonate?
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The class of osteoporosis drugs called the bisphosphonates might lead to deterioration and death of the jawbone (a condition called osteonecrosis) after dental procedures. Your dentist, periodontist, or oral surgeon will discuss this with you. Any... Full Answer
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- Q Will puberty affect my oral health?
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Research suggests that young women who experience changes in the hormones estrogen and progesterone may experience changes in their gums. This is especially true during puberty when these hormones are fluctuating. During puberty, young women may... Full Answer
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- Q Why do sex hormones estrogen or progesterone affect the gums and teeth?
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Researchers don't know exactly how the hormones estrogen and progesterone affect gums. Although this relationship is not well understood, researchers have documented changes in gum sensitivity, inflammation, and a higher risk of periodontal disease... Full Answer
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- Q Does infertility treatment affect oral health?
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Research suggests that women who are taking infertility treatments may have more gingivitis and bleeding of the gums compared to women who do not take infertility treatments. Researchers think that the higher levels of progesterone and estrogen are... Full Answer
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