Hello, I’m Dr. Ronald Massie. At my Lake Ozark practice I have noticed more and more of my patients with stress-related dental issues. Lake Ozark 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.
Lake Ozark 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 Lake Ozark, Lake of the Ozarks, or Osage Beach drug store.
Clenching and grinding the teeth is common for stressed-out Lake Ozark residents, and often it’s done unconsciously. Here at Premier Dental & Oral Health Group our comprehensive 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 Lake Ozark dental patients may find that when they are under stress it is more common to neglect their oral hygiene habits. Many people in the Lake Ozark, Lake of the Ozarks, and Osage Beach 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 Premier Dental & Oral Health Group today. We offer cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, sedation dentistry, and general dentistry. We hope to hear from you soon!
Contact Premier Dental & Oral Health Group:
573-365-0220
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
24 North Shore Dr.
Lake Ozark, Missouri
65049
