Hello, I’m Dr. Kevin Bass. At my Lansdale practice I have noticed more and more of my patients with stress-related dental issues. Lansdale 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.
Lansdale 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 Quakertown, Harleysville, or North Penn drug store.
Clenching and grinding the teeth is common for stressed-out Doylestown residents, and often it’s done unconsciously. Here at Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry our calm and comfortable 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 Lansdale dental patients may find that when they are under stress it is more common to neglect their oral hygiene habits. Many people in the Quakertown, Harleysville, and North Penn 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 Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry today. We offer cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, dental implants, and family dentistry. We hope to hear from you soon!
Contact Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry:
Contact Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry:
215-368-1424
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
410 N Broad St
Lansdale, Pennsylvania
19446
