Influence of Female Sex Harmones on Periodontium

Abstract

Periodontitis is a multifactorial disease with an inflammation of periodontium. The initiation and progression of disease is influenced by many factors like systemic, local and microbial factors. Eventhough the microorganisms initiate the disease, susceptibility of host is important. Many studies have proven that hormones modify the host susceptibility and play a role in the development and progression of disease. This review focuses on the effects of female sex hormones on periodontal diseases during various phases of their life including puberty, menopause and pregnancy.