Periodontal health and disease are significantly influenced by sex hormones. For instance, a woman's periodontal health is impacted by puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, menopause, and the use of oral contraceptives. These events alter the periodontal microbiology by altering the vasculature and function of gingival cells, as well as the local immune system and inflammation process. Consequently, it is crucial to gauge women's knowledge about the impact of hormones on their periodontal health and to inform them of the several ways to mitigate these effects. Accordingly, the current study aims to assess the awareness and knowledge of the female population of Western Maharashtra about the impact of female sex hormones on periodontal health. This cross-sectional study was conducted among women in Western Maharashtra using a questionnaire. 15 pre-tested, validated, closed-ended questions made up this survey, which evaluated respondents' awareness and understanding of the connections between female sex hormones and periodontal health. After the subjects were given the subject information sheet, a completed consent form was obtained before they were enrolled in the study. The completed questionnaire was then collected and analyzed using SPSS 20.0 software. The results showed that the majority of the study population had low awareness (66%) about the effect of hormones on periodontal health, while the rest of the participants had moderate awareness (34%). 43% general female population knew the possible correlation between pregnancy and periodontal health. We concluded that women of Western Maharashtra are not well-informed about female sex hormones and the association between periodontal health and these factors. Therefore, to prevent periodontal diseases, a proper understanding of this association needs to be developed.
