A study to evaluate mobility of teeth during menstrual cycle using Periotest

Area of Science:

• Periodontology
• Endocrinology
• Oral Health

Background:

• Gingival disease prevalence correlates with sex hormone levels.
• Hormonal fluctuations from menstruation, pregnancy, and contraceptives may increase tooth mobility.
• The impact of female sex hormones on periodontal tissues and tooth support is under-researched.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate the effect of menstrual cycle hormonal changes on tooth mobility.
• To assess changes in periodontal health indicators throughout the menstrual cycle.

Main Methods:

• Tooth mobility measured using Periotest in 50 females at menstruation, ovulation, and premenstruation.
• Oral hygiene, plaque index, gingival index, and probing depth evaluated across cycle phases.
• Data analyzed using Z test for comparing sample means.

Main Results:

• No significant influence of menstrual cycle phase on Periotest values (tooth mobility).
• Gingival Index (GI) was significantly higher during ovulation and premenstruation.
• Plaque levels showed no significant changes across the cycle phases.

Conclusions:

• Menstrual cycle phases do not alter tooth mobility.
• An exaggerated gingival response occurs during ovulation and premenstruation.
• Further research is needed to understand hormonal influences on periodontal health.