Hello, I’m Dr. Scott Anderson. At my Houston practice, I have noticed more and more of my patients with stress-related dental issues. Houston 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.
Houston 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 East Spring, West Cypress, or Klein drug store.
Clenching and grinding the teeth is common for stressed-out North Tomball residents, and often it’s done unconsciously. Here at The Gentle Art of Dentistry, our gentle 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 Houston dental patients may find that when they are under stress it is more common to neglect their oral hygiene habits. Many people in the East Spring, West Cypress, and Klein areas 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 The Gentle Art of Dentistry today. We offer cosmetic dentistry, sedation dentistry, implants, and general dentistry. We hope to hear from you soon!
Contact The Gentle Art of Dentistry:
281-469-8026
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
102 Vintage Park Blvd, Suite D
Houston, Texas
77070