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Impact of stress on bruxism and oral health

Overview

Oral health is a significant global health burden, with many conditions preventable through consistent hygiene and professional care. Stress is identified as a major factor impacting dental health, specifically through bruxism, which involves the involuntary clenching or grinding of teeth.

Symptoms of bruxism include jaw pain, headaches, tooth sensitivity, and visible wear. In Mexico, dentist Nicolás Mora Vázquez reports that bruxism cases have increased by approximately 40 percent following the pandemic, driven largely by stress and anxiety. While protective measures like occlusal guards can prevent physical damage to teeth, experts suggest that managing the condition may require a multidisciplinary approach to address underlying neurological or emotional causes.

Entities

World Health Organization · Carol Meran · Rosalina Reyes Ortega · American Dental Association · Secretaría de Salud de Zacatecas

Timeline

  1. about 1 month ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources
    Bruxism cases rise due to increased stress and anxiety

    Bruxism cases have risen by approximately 40 percent post-pandemic, driven largely by stress and anxiety. Experts recommend multidisciplinary treatment and regular dental checkups to prevent tooth wear and jaw-

  2. about 1 month ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources
    Oral health importance and the impact of stress

    Oral health depends on consistent hygiene like brushing and flossing, but can also be negatively impacted by stress, which may cause bruxism, tooth wear, and jaw complications.

Sources

2001online.com · csca.aha.cam.ac.uk · dodomusic.ch · n.com.do