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When Stress Threatens Your Oral Health - Oral Ulcers
May 18, 2012General
Stress can also manifest itself through the appreance of oral ulcers. Although the cause of ulcers is not fully understood, specialists agree that stress, fatigue and allergies may increase the likehood of developing oral ulcers.
When Stress Threatens Your Oral Health - Dry Mouth
May 11, 2012General
Medications used to reduce stress can sometimes cause your mouth to become dry, resulting in a condition known as xerostomia. Maintaining a sufficient flow of saliva is essential as saliva helps to eliminate and neutralize the harmful effects of sugar and acids, which can lead to oral diseases.
When Stress Threatens Your Oral Health - Gum Disease
May 4, 2012General
Gum disease is the most common dental problem among adults. It has been shown that prolonged stress affects the immune system and increases the risk of infection, which, in turn, can lead to gingivitis and periodontitis. Also, during periods of major stress, we tend to neglect certain parts of our healthy lifestyle, such as proper nutrition and oral hygiene, which are important factors in preventing gum disease.
When Stress Threatens Your Oral Health - Jaw or Ear Pain
April 27, 2012General
People who grind their teeth can even develop temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD's). TMDs affect the temporomandibular (jaw) joint and thesurrounding muscles that allow us to chew, swallow, speak and yawn. Symptoms of TMDs include pain and sensitivity in the ear, the joints and muscles of the jaw, the face or the temples. TMDs can be caused by a combination of factors, including trauma or joint diseases such as arthritis. Bruxism can also aggravate the symptoms of an existing TMD.
Diabetes and Oral Health
April 23, 2012General
Diabetes and Oral Health Listen to an audio message on diabetes and oral healthfrom ODA President Dr. Larry Levin Research shows that diabetes and your oral health can affect each other. This means if you have diabetes, you're at greater risk for developing oral health problems such as gum disease and infections.On the other hand, having gum disease can intensify the complications associated with diabetes by increasing your blood sugar levels. Blood sugar levels that remain high over a period of time can lead to such complications as premature degeneration of your eyes, kidneys, nerves and blood vessels. How Your…