Category Archives: Women Oral Health

TMJ: What to Look for and Who’s at Risk

10 million people have TMJ in the U.S. – and the majority of them are women. It’s unclear why the condition affects more women than men, but thankfully diagnosing and treating TMJ is easy and effective.
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5 Dental Tips for Seniors

If in an effort to keep seniors from putting off their dental visits, here are some ways people can make their dental exams affordable – and stress free. Continue reading

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Why Do I Have an Awful Metallic Taste in my Mouth?

There are many things that cause a metallic taste in your mouth – and you should always visit my office for the proper diagnosis. Here’s a list of some common causes. Continue reading

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Osteoporosis and Your Jaw

About 10-million people in the U.S. have osteoporosis. About 8 in 10 are women. Contrary to what people think about bone loss, osteoporosis can also impact your mouth. Specifically your jaw and teeth. Continue reading

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Women Take the Lead on Oral Health

New research published in the Journal of Periodontology suggests that women are more proactive than men in maintaining their teeth and gums. Continue reading

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Can Adults Benefit from Fluoride?

Studies show that topical fluoride – the kind in toothpastes, mouth rinses, and in-office fluoride treatments – helps fight decay in people of all ages. Continue reading

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Attention Expectant Mothers! Boost Your Child’s Resistance to Cavities

Expectant mothers will soon be hearing a lot more about a “tooth friendly” sweetener called xylitol.  It seems the naturally occurring sugar substitute – commonly found in fibers of fruits and vegetables – may boost a child’s resistance to cavities. … Continue reading

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Why Women are More Prone to Gum Disease

While most of us will be affected by periodontal disease at some point in our lives, women are particularly prone to the disease. Women may find they have gum disease during some stages of life. Hormonal changes in the body … Continue reading

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Pregnancy Affects Your Oral Health

There’s no way around it – pregnancy affects nearly every aspect of a woman’s life – even oral health. The changes that take place inside your mouth when you’re pregnant are just one more thing to be concerned about it. … Continue reading

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Getting Older: How Your Mouth and Teeth Age too

Getting older is sometimes a tough pill to swallow. But, it’s a fact of life. All of us age. And, guess what? So do our mouths and teeth. Even if you take great care of your teeth, they – along … Continue reading

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