[Extragenital changes caused by intake of hormonal contraceptives--marginal periodontium (author's transl)]

Degree of inflammation, temperature, and partial oxygen pressure in the marginal periodontium of front teeth were tested in 22 women, prior to the intake of hormonal contraceptives as well as after periods of two, four, and six months. Hormonal contraceptives were found to result in higher blood flow through the mucous membrane and in slight increase of inflammation. Change of most parameters, in the wake of hormonal contraceptives, was offset in the adaptation phase. Gingival change due to contraceptives was found to be of minor importance, when compared to other risks, such as gravidity.