Publications by authors named "Nobuko Koreeda"
J Oral Sci
September 2005
Article Synopsis
- Sex hormones, especially estrogen, can increase the risk of periodontitis by promoting certain harmful bacteria and affecting the immune response in the mouth.
- A patient experienced worsened gum inflammation and bleeding during her menstrual cycle, particularly during ovulation when hormone levels peaked, despite good oral hygiene practices.
- This case suggests that dental care should take hormonal fluctuations into account, and regular periodontal maintenance may be necessary to manage inflammation linked to the menstrual cycle.
