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3. The changes going on in your
body, and of those you love,
do not just affect mood, but
also your oral health.

4. These changes are the result of
puberty, menopause, taking
certain types of medication like
birth control, and being pregnant.

5. Here we will explain how the
changes affect your mouth, and
then discuss simple common sense
approaches to ensure they don't
wreck your smile.

6. HOW HORMONAL FLUCTUATIONS
AFFECT ORAL HEALTH

7. During puberty young boys and
girls experience an increase in
estrogen and testosterone.
Additionally, blood flow
increases, including to the gums.

8. This results in a different reaction
to the buildup of plaque, which is
why young teens are more prone to
having swollen gums, or even slight
bleeding when brushing or flossing.

9. The same thing can happen when
a woman takes birth control,
particularly with an oral
contraceptive that boosts one's
level of progesterone.

10. If taking an oral contraceptive,
you should tell your dentist.

11. Pregnancy can result in higher
risk of gum disease between
the 2nd and the 8th month.
This is especially because of the
increase in progesterone.

12. But morning sickness can also
lead to more cavities resulting
from stomach acid promoting
tooth decay.

13. Lastly, and it is going to seem as though we are picking
on women here, menopause can often result in dry
mouth, particularly for those taking certain medications.

14. Saliva is a natural cleanser of bacteria that likes to eat away
at our teeth.
Those suffering from dry mouth find that they are at higher
risk for cavities and other oral health issues.

15. Now that we have discussed the problems
let's address some simple fixes.

16. SIMPLE FIXES:

17. Naturally, we promote you get
to the dentist every 6 months
for your regular checkup.
But that will not be enough.
Daily maintenance is a must!

18. You need to brush twice a day.
Brushing should be gentle and
last from 1-2 minutes.
Too much brushing can wear
away the enamel.

19. Brushing too hard can wear away
your gum line.
Some patients are unsure as to
whether they should do their
morning brushing after breakfast
or before.

20. Honestly, the key is simply
to brush, though we would
advise rinsing at a minimum
before eating.

21. If you don't floss you should start.
An un-flossed mouth is harboring
all kinds of things that cause
malodorous breath.

22. While mouthwash can freshen up the smell, it will be back
because of the festering bits of food that are literally rotting
at about 100 degrees.

23. Flossing should be gentle, as well.
You should bring the floss slightly
up into the gum line, but not too far.
If you've never flossed there may be
some blood, but after 2-4 days that
should stop.

24. Mouthwash: Some mouthwashes are better than others.
If you find one you enjoy, that's great.
But mouthwash is not a replacement for brushing
and flossing - merely a complement to them.

25. By following these guidelines,
your worries should be assuaged.

26. Good habits will prevent
periodontal issues from occurring,
and they should include
proper brushing and flossing.

27. If you are seeking professional dental advice,
it's time to call Shumway Dental Care.

28. Their Chandler dentists will ask you questions, examine
you, and determine exactly what needs to be done to
get you back to normal.

29. Call today for an appointment.
Visit http://www.mychandlerdentists.com/

30. SHUMWAY DENTAL CARE
3150 S Gilbert Rd Suite 1
Chandler,AZ 85286
(480) 659-7800
shumwaydentalcare@gmail.com