We all have so much going on in our lives, that our busy schedules can be difficult to manage. It causes stress to our bodies which affects our oral health. There are a number of reasons that stress management should be something that you put at the top of your to-do list. Stress not only has psychological effects. It can also have a significant impact on your overall health, which includes your oral health. Did you know stress levels are up 44% In the United States in the past five years alone? 77% of people struggle with the physical effects of stress daily 83% are stressed at work or don't like their job.
Did you ever notice yourself clenching or grinding your teeth when you're stressed out? And did you even think about how you're breathing for that matter? You might not realize it, but you might be one of the many people that grind your teeth and mouth breathing during the day and when you sleep as well. Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism is commonly associated with stress. We will know more about the effects of stress on our oral health and how we can take better care of our oral health amidst experiencing stress.
Key Takeaways:
-60% of all diseases are caused by stress or the way we perceive stress in our lives.
-The symptoms connected to oral health problems
-People with chronic stress are more prone to tooth decay
-Stress causes mouth sores
-Stress and depression can definitely shape a person’s gut bacteria composition
-The gut-brain connection