HealthInfo Canterbury
Women's teeth & gums
The hormonal changes women go through also affect their dental health. The link below gives more information.
HealthInfo recommends the following pages
- Canterbury DHB – Tooth tips for mums-to-be
This leaflet explains how to care for your teeth and gums during pregnancy, and what signs of gum disease to look for.
- Healthy Smiles – women and gum disease
Hormonal changes can affect many tissues of your body, including your gums.
Written by HealthInfo clinical advisers. Last reviewed July 2016.
Review key: HIWTG-75202
