Hello, I’m Dr. Ed White. At my Elizabethtown practice I have noticed more and more of my patients with stress-related cosmetic dental issues. Pennsylvania men and women may not think about it, but stress can do a number on your oral health.
Mouth sores, clenching and grinding, periodontal disease, and poor oral hygiene can all be exacerbated by stress.
Elizabethtown area people who have difficulty managing stress need to realize that it can increase the risk of getting mouth sores such as cankers and cold sores. Most canker sores only last 7-10 days, but for relief from the irritation, we recommend our patients pick up an over-the-counter topical anesthetic at any Pennsylvania drug store.
Clenching and grinding the teeth is common for stressed-out Elizabethtown residents, and often it’s done unconsciously. Here at White Family Dental our caring and professional family dentistry staff can determine if a night guard or other dental appliance is appropriate to reduce grinding.
Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is exacerbated by stress because stress can result in an increase in dental plaque.
And Elizabethtown dental patients may find that when they are under stress it is more common to neglect their oral hygiene habits. Many people find that they eat more sugary snacks when they’re under stress.
If you’re concerned about the effect stress can have on your teeth, schedule an appointment at White Family Dental today. We treat patients from age 2 to 102 and we offer cosmetic dentistry, sedation dentistry, dental implants, and Invisalign clear braces. We hope to hear from you soon!
Dr. Ed White
White Family Dental
100 Continental Dr
Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania
717-367-1336
http://www.etowndental.com/about/
