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| For a million-dollar smile, Keep away from stressBy: Soma DasArticle Date: 2008-10-23 Mumbai:Research has revealed that stress could be the reason your teeth decay and gums bleed. iTALK tells you why that regular visit to the dentist is of super importance With the economic markets down in the dumps, job retrenchment, and socio-political tension, it's no wonder that stress has become a part of our daily lives. However, did you know that stress could harm your teeth and gums as well? New research has shown that along with affecting the nervous system, respiratory system, and the reproductive system, stress can also be blamed for poor oral hygiene. "Stress may either affect the gums or the teeth. In case of gums, there will be ulcers in the mouth and gum disease. With respect to teeth, there may be subconscious grinding due to tension and anxiety. When stress levels go up, an excess of the stress hormone, Cortisol, is secreted, which in turn damages the supporting tissue of the teeth," says Dr Shantanu Jaradi, aesthetic dentist and director, Dentzz Dental Care Centre. If left unchecked, you may be in danger of losing your teeth and the bone of the jaw. The dental problems caused by stress can be treated, but that's only if they are detected early in the day. The only way to prevent dental problems is to visit the dentist regularly, brush and floss twice a day and relaxation. Dr Jaradi says that even rinsing the mouth after every meal, reduces the chances of getting oral diseases by 50%. If you get angry, your gums will suffer A Harvard University research shows that men who reported being angry daily had a 43% higher risk of developing gum disease, compared with men who reported seldom being angry. According to a 1999 study in the Journal of Periodontology, high levels of financial stress and poor coping abilities increase the likelihood of developing gum disease twofold. A new study says that women have more dental health issues than men, because of reproduction and fertility issues linked to female-specific hormones. Stress can lead to: Bruxism: Unconscious grinding of teeth at night leading to tooth damage. It can lead to cracked teeth, teeth sensitivity, headaches and chipped appearance of the teeth. A night guard can be used to protect the jaw. Dry Mouth: When the mouth doesn't produce enough saliva, it can experience chronic dryness. It may lead to increased tooth decay, difficulty in wearing dentures, increased plaque accumulation and greater wear of the teeth. Burning Mouth Syndrome: Burning sensation on the tongue, lips, gums or palate. Lichen Planus: White lines, sores and ulcers in the oral cavity. Try and control your stress by Getting a massage Eating healthy foods Exercising Learning to say no Taking time out for yourself Laughing a lot Getting plenty of sleep Keeping a positive attitude Symptoms of oral degeneration: Bleeding gums Bad breath Swollen gums Sensitive teeth Pain on opening mouth |
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