Role of Dentist in Menstruation: Question to Care for Females
Keywords:
Dentist, Female, Gingivitis, Mensuration, Oral HygieneAbstract
Menstruation & menstrual practices are still bounded by socio cultural restriction & taboos resulting in adolescent girls remain ignorant of scientific facts & hygienic practices during menstruation. Menstruation brings with it a bundle of problems like period pains, nausea, heavy bleeding and behavioral changes. Menstrual cycle may influence the health of females’ teeth, gums and oral cavity due to certain hormonal imbalances. For maintaining the good oral hygiene dentist can play important role in guiding and helping females on menstruation for various dental treatment.
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