Stress from work or your personal life can affect not just your health but your dental health as well. Increased levels of stress hormone, lowers your immunity, making you more susceptible to periodontal disease. Furthermore, stressed individuals are more likely to engage in activities that hinder dental health, like like smoking, not eating a balanced diet, not caring for their teeth and gums or postponing their dental visits.
Stress can lead to:
Learning to deal with and manage your stress will help to protect your dental health. You can manage stress in a number of ways, including:
Furthermore, it's important not to use smoking or alcohol as a coping mechanism for stress, as that can compromise your dental health. If you are experiencing severe stress and anxiety, and have difficulty coping, you may need to seek professional help.
If you are worried stress is affecting your dental health, schedule a consultation with us.
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