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Menopause and Oral Health
Menopause may be linked with dry mouth, burning sensations, taste changes, gum sensitivity, and bone-health concerns.
Overview
Hormone changes can affect saliva, gum response, oral comfort, and bone support. Symptoms such as burning mouth, dryness, taste changes, and gum bleeding should be discussed rather than dismissed as normal aging.
Key takeaways
- ✓Dry mouth can increase cavity risk after menopause.
- ✓Burning mouth symptoms need evaluation and support.
- ✓Bone health may affect the jaw and tooth support.
- ✓Medicine changes can influence saliva and gum health.
What you can do
- 1Sip water and discuss saliva support if the mouth feels dry.
- 2Use fluoride toothpaste and clean between teeth daily.
- 3Track burning, taste change, or dryness patterns.
- 4Share menopause, osteoporosis, and medicine history with your dentist.
When to book a dentist
- !Burning, tingling, or dry mouth persists.
- !Gums bleed or feel swollen.
- !Taste changes affect eating.
- !Teeth feel loose or chewing changes.