International Women's Day Breakfast: Oral health of women +$1000 CPD giveaway

Breakfast seminar

Join us on International Women's Day as we discuss the "Oral health of women" at a breakfast seminar presented by women's oral health expert, Dr Elizabeth Milford and chaired by ADAVB President, Dr Susan Wise.

Date: Thursday 8 March
Venue: Stamford Hotel Plaza
Breakfast: 8.00am 
Presentation: 8.30am-9.30am
$1000 CPD GIVEAWAY!

Register online (using Paypal or download the PDF form) or email cpd@adab.org
ADAVB members and non-members welcome. 
Discounts apply for members and recent graduate dentistry students.

Proudly supported by MW Partners and BOQ Specialist.

Facts about women's oral health

The ADAVB encourages women to speak to their dentist and to seek information on how to protect their teeth and gums during periods of hormonal change, such as puberty, pregnancy and menopause.

Recent ADA research findings showed that 65% of Australians hadn’t visited the dentist in six months. The Australian Women and Dental Survey in 2016 found that two thirds (67.1%) of Australian teenage girls going through puberty don’t regularly visit the dentist.

A recent Jean Hailes research study found that the health condition women were most concerned about was menopause. The ADA study found that of those entering menopause, almost half (48.9%) have experienced signs of gum disease including sensitive teeth (26.9%) and dry mouth (14.4%), yet 70% admitted they do not visit the dentist every six months.

And, mothers-to-be are jeopardising the health of their teeth and gums by avoiding a visit to
the dentist during pregnancy (53%).

Dr Susan Wise, President ADAVB, said, “Contrary to myths about dental work during pregnancy, it is very important to visit the dentist during pregnancy, as hormone changes can make gums more prone to bleeding, swelling and inflammation. All these conditions can lead to an increased risk of gum disease, and in severe cases, can cause tooth loss. Dry mouth and gum disease are common dental health issues in women going through menopause and these can be avoided or better managed through regular visits to your dentist and by following their advice to better manage your condition.”