We all know that men and women have unique biologies that impact everything from daily habits to overall health, and oral care is no exception.
Men are more likely to develop periodontal disease than women, especially if the men smoke. Unfortunately, it also means that men tend to lose more teeth than women.
Women are more likely to develop osteoporosis and breast cancer that have been linked to poor oral health.
Many women have poor oral health during pregnancy that has been linked to pre-term birth and low birth rates. Still, only 20% to 30% of pregnant women visit a dentist.
If all of this isn’t frightening enough, heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women, and it’s linked to poor oral health. It’s safe to say that men and women could benefit from prioritizing their oral care to avoid becoming another gender-specific statistic!