Why Do Men Only Comprise 34% of Third Molar Extractions Compared to Women? Reasons for the Disparity and Ways to Address it (with Dr. Robert John)

Everyday Oral Surgery

How do we ensure that men and women both receive the dental care that they need? Today, we are joined by Dr. Robert John, an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon practicing in Michigan, to discuss noteworthy trends in men’s dental health and the types of interventions that should be considered to address these. Dr. John observes that, in his practice, approximately two-thirds of women have had their wisdom teeth extracted, as opposed to 34% of men. These numbers reflect broader trends in how men and women tend to prioritize and pursue dental healthcare. So how can we help more men seek out and receive the dental health they need, especially as practitioners? Join us today as we get into these numbers, the reasons for these disparities in dental care, and practical steps to address these imbalances.
Key Points From This Episode:

• Dr. John’s career history, from training in Canada and the US to his Michigan private practice.
• Unpacking the disparity in dental care for men and women.
• The high number of women who have had their wisdom teeth removed.
• Interrogating why only 34% of men have had their wisdom teeth removed.
• Evidence that women prioritize dental healthcare more than men.
• How providers can help men invest more in their dental health.
• The key role of education in helping men take better care of their dental health.
• Making sure people have positive dental health experiences from a young age.
• Dr. John’s recommended resources for learning more on this topic.
• Career advice for young surgeons and residents, and lessons on running a private practice.
• Forrest Gump, weekly massages, and more rapid-fire question answers!

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode

Dr. Robert John — https://www.troyoralsurgery.com/

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The Shawshank Redemption — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0111161/

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