22/07/2026
Did you know that menopause affects your oral health?
• Menopause can cause dryness in many parts of the body. Also, your mouth can become dry and produce less saliva to clean the mouth and break down foods.
• Menopause can have a significant effect on gum health. During menopause, women often notice swelling, pain, inflammation, and bleeding in the gums. When the body’s oestrogen levels lower, it can cause gingivitis. You might also notice that your gums change in colour, becoming a paler or deeper colour.
• Many women notice that the way their food tastes changes during menopause. This is particularly evident with spicy, salty, peppery, or sour foods.
• During menopause, women experience a thinning of the bones. The bones lose their mineral density and decrease in size. The thinning of the bones can often cause the teeth to become loose, and teeth can even fall out in some instances.
