DentistryOral BiologyOral MedicineOral AnatomyOral HistologyReproductive EndocrinologyDental AnatomyHormonal InfluencesMenstrual CycleOral CareOral ConditionsOral DevelopmentEstrogen Effects On Oral TissuesEstrogen-related Oral Mucosal ChangesOral Contraceptive EffectsProgesterone Effects On Oral TissuesPubertal Hormonal Gingival ChangesSex Hormone Effects On Tooth Movement
This article will discuss and describe the various oral manifestations that occur during the life cycles of the female when there is an alteration in the sex hormones--puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause. The effect of oral contraceptives on the oral tissues and dental treatment will also be discussed.