Microbial changes in the gingival sulcus can cause a shift from a healthy microbial flora to a more pathogenic microbial flora.This change has been attributed to those decreased levels of hormones in the blood,namely estrogen and progesterone.

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The first statement is true as research has shown that hormonal changes can indeed cause a shift in the microbial flora in the gingival sulcus, leading to a more pathogenic environment. However, the second statement is false as there are no studies suggesting that testosterone causes a shift in the microbial flora in the gingival sulcus. Only estrogen and progesterone have been implicated in this process.

Microbial Changes in the Gingival Sulcus Can Cause a Shift