Dental Health and Wellness

Cancer treatment, such as chemotherapy and radiation, can change the environment in the mouth affecting the teeth, gums, salivary glands, mouth lining and other areas. These changes often cause painful dental problems, such as cavities, infections and mouth sores, that can lead to dehydration and poor nutrition.

Because women can't avoid the hormone fluctuation monthly cycle that pumps blood pressure to the top then women tend to have higher risk to get gum disease than man. To reduce this risk women have to take care of the dental hygiene and health better to avoid the disease.