When the stress of daily life and a busy schedule get you down, your oral health is probably the last thing on your mind. Though it’s a little-known fact, stress actually does play an important role in your oral health. At Hill Avenue Dental in Superior, WI, Dr. Doug Clark, Jr. and Dr. Doug Clark, III offer an extensive range of general and preventive dentistry services, as well as vital information for patients of all ages regarding how our daily stress level affects the health of our teeth and gums.
How Reducing Stress Can Save Your Smile
Everyone experiences some level of stress on a relatively regular basis. Whether it’s the traffic jam that makes you late for that important meeting, worries over your financial situation, or anything in between, this negative force in your life is actually capable of doing much more harm than most of us realize. Excessive stress has actually been linked to a number of potentially serious oral health concerns, including the following:
· Teeth grinding (bruxism), particularly at night
· Canker sores
· Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD or TMJ disorder)
· Periodontal disease
· Xerostomia (chronic dry mouth)
While these problems must be treated by a dentist, the stress itself is the problem that should really be addressed. Talk to your doctor about relaxation techniques and methods of reducing stress in your daily life. Your smile won’t be the only part of you that benefits!
Contact Us Today and Learn More
Whether you are currently suffering obvious physical signs of stress and you need treatment or you’d simply like to find out more about ways to prevent these common oral health issues, we’re here to help. Contact our officein Superior, WI today to schedule your appointment with our caring team and experienced doctors. We look forward to helping you discover the best ways to reduce your stress and improve the quality of your dental health. Our state-of-the-art dental practice in Superior, WI also happily welcomes patients from throughout nearby areas, including Northern Wisconsin, Northeastern Minnesota, Duluth, Douglas County, and more.