{"id":50,"date":"2020-03-22T23:19:43","date_gmt":"2020-03-22T23:19:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yoursmileman.com\/blog\/?p=50"},"modified":"2020-04-15T23:20:01","modified_gmt":"2020-04-15T23:20:01","slug":"middleburg-heights-dentist-stress-impacts-oral-health-quarantine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.yoursmileman.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/22\/middleburg-heights-dentist-stress-impacts-oral-health-quarantine\/","title":{"rendered":"How Stress Impacts Your Oral Health During Quarantine"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yoursmileman.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_261828721__1586992254_68448-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Stressed man sits in front of a laptop with head in hand\" class=\"wp-image-51\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yoursmileman.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_261828721__1586992254_68448-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.yoursmileman.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_261828721__1586992254_68448-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.yoursmileman.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_261828721__1586992254_68448.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s natural to feel stressed because of the current\nCOVID-19 pandemic and its impact on society. While this reaction can help us\nstay alert and careful during uncertain times, it can also have a negative\nimpact on our body\u2014including our smile. Learning how to manage stress can help\nprotect your mental, physical, and oral health throughout your time in\nquarantine as well as after. Find out how these trying times are affecting your\nteeth and gums, and learn a few stress-management tips from your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yoursmileman.com\/about-us.html\">Middleburg Heights dentist<\/a>\nto protect your smile. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Stress Impacts Your Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Stress can set off a variety of reactions all throughout the\nbody, including oral health conditions like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Bruxism: <\/strong>Grinding your teeth in your\nsleep is a condition known as bruxism. Over time, it wears down your teeth and\nleaves them susceptible to damage and decay. <\/li><li><strong>TMJ disorder: <\/strong>Your temporomandibular\njoints allow you to move your lower jaw. &nbsp;Extra tension in these joints can lead to uncomfortable\nswelling, stiffness, pain, or clicking in the jaw.<\/li><li><strong>Canker sores:<\/strong> Several recent studies have\nfound that stress can trigger canker sores. What\u2019s more, stress may also slow down\nthe healing process of these mouth ulcers. <\/li><li><strong>Gum disease:<\/strong> Your immune system suffers when\nyou\u2019re stressed. This leaves you more vulnerable to a bacterial infection in\nthe gums known as gum disease, which is cited as the leading cause of tooth\nloss in the US.<\/li><li><strong>Nail-biting: <\/strong>Chewing on fingernails is a\ncommon unconscious reaction to stress. This bad habit weakens your teeth and\nintroduces new bacteria into your mouth. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for Relieving Stress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While there are remedies that can treat the above\nconditions, managing your stress can help you put a stop to them altogether. To\nfeel more at-ease during the coronavirus pandemic, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptsd.va.gov\/covid\/COVID_managing_stress.asp\">the Centers for\nDisease Control and Prevention suggest:<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Getting at least eight hours of sleep every\nnight.<\/li><li>Eating well-balanced meals and staying hydrated.<\/li><li>Practicing safe habits like hand washing and\nsocial distancing.<\/li><li>Reducing your exposure to news stories and\npracticing calming activities like meditation. <\/li><li>Communicating your feelings to trusted friends,\nfamily members, or a professional.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, it\u2019s completely understandable to be feeling\nanxious in these uncertain times. Do your best to practice these stress-management\ntips and look forward to coming out of quarantine with a happy, healthy smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>At Kirlough Family Dentistry in Cleveland, OH, your\nhealth and peace of mind are always our top priority. Typically, Dr. Jon\nKirlough demonstrates this through his excellent dental treatments and friendly\noffice environment. However, in light of the current pandemic, we are showing\nour care by encouraging all our patients to practice social distancing, regular\nhand washing, and healthy habits to manage stress. If you have any questions or\nconcerns, feel free to contact us via our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yoursmileman.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or at <strong>(440)\n234-2445. <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s natural to feel stressed because of the current COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on society. While this reaction can help us stay alert and careful during uncertain times, it can also have a negative impact on our body\u2014including our smile. 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