02/05/2026
To all the mums out there — Mother's Day is just around the corner, and we want to talk about something that often ends up at the bottom of the to-do list. 🌿
You're running the kids to school, managing the household, and keeping everyone else's health in check. But when did you last think about your own oral health?
We know how busy life gets for mums. But your mouth is a window to your whole body and there are things unique to women that make this worth paying attention to.
What the research tells us 👇
🦷 Gum disease is linked to heart disease. Bacteria from the mouth can enter the bloodstream
🔄 Hormonal changes from pregnancy, periods & menopause directly affect your gum health
😬 Stress — the load most mums carry, shows up as jaw clenching, grinding & dry mouth
A few simple things to start this month ✨
✔ Brush twice a day for a full 2 minutes
✔ Floss daily, even once a day makes a real difference
✔ Drink more water, less sugary drinks
✔ Notice jaw tension, DONT ignore, your body's trying to tell you something
✔ Don't put off your dental check-up another year
You do so much for everyone around you. Your smile deserves that same care. 💛
Nav Grewal, Dental Practitioner (Hygienist) DEN0001659886,
Reneu Smiles, Point Cook
