Hello, I’m Dr. Wayne Harper. At my Ocala practice I have noticed more and more of my patients with stress-related dental issues. Ocala 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.
Ocala 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 to 10 days, but for relief from the irritation, we recommend our patients pick up an over-the-counter topical anesthetic at any Marion County, Fort McCoy, or The Villages drug store.
Clenching and grinding teeth is common for stressed-out Gainesville residents, and often it’s done unconsciously. Here at Dr. Wayne C. Harper our genuine 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 Ocala dental patients may find that when they are under stress it is more common to neglect their oral hygiene habits. Many people in the Marion County, Fort McCoy, and The Villages 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 Dr. Wayne C. Harper today. We treat patients mainly from age 40 to 60, and we offer cosmetic dentistry, adult orthodontics, sedation dentistry, and general dentistry. We hope to hear from you soon!
Wayne Harper
Dr. Wayne C. Harper
1800 SE 17th Street Suite 602
Ocala, Florida
352-867-7181
https://www.ocalasmiles.com/meet-dr-harper/