Menstrual Impact On Oral Health: Investigating Salivary Parameters In A Healthy Female Population - A Pilot Study

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Madhura Shahakar; Ajay Bhoosreddy; Chetan Bhadage; Rutuja Santan; Vishakha Virkar; Yugashri Kalambe

Menstrual Impact On Oral Health: Investigating Salivary Parameters In A Healthy Female Population - A Pilot Study

Authors: Madhura Shahakar, Ajay Bhoosreddy, Chetan Bhadage, Rutuja Santan, Vishakha Virkar, Yugashri Kalambe

Unique Paper ID: 174798
Volume: 11
Issue: 11
PageNo: 723-727

Keywords: Menstruating females Salivary flow rate Salivary pH Oral Health

Abstract:
The study aimed to compare the effect of menstruation on salivary flow rate (SFR) and pH in a healthy female population. The investigation focuses on understanding the changes in salivary parameters during menstruation and its impact on oral health. Materials and Methods A convenience sample of 32 healthy females with regular menstrual cycles of 28-30 days, aged 18 to 30 years, was considered. The sample included females with regular menstrual cycles. Salivary parameters were analyzed using flow rate (ml/min) and pH (color indicators on pH strips). Results: The mean salivary pH during menstruation was higher (7.925) compared to the absence of menstruation (7.016). The mean Salivary Flow Rate (SFR) during menstruation was higher (0.616 ml/min) compared to the absence of menstruation (0.363 ml/min). There was a significant difference in SFR and pH between the two groups, with P > 0.05. Conclusions: The results suggest that salivary secretion plays a critical role in oral homeostasis by modifying the oral cavity's ecology. The study highlights the need to develop new technologies for easier monitoring of oral health status, disease onset, and progression.

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ISSN: 2349-6002
Volume: 11
Issue: 11
PageNo: 723-727

Menstrual Impact On Oral Health: Investigating Salivary Parameters In A Healthy Female Population - A Pilot Study

Available:https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=174798

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