Hello, we’re Dr. David Thompson and Vicki Frey. At our Owensboro practice we have noticed more and more of my patients with stress-related dental issues. 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.

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 Philpot, Tell City, IN, or Hartford drug store.

Clenching and grinding the teeth is common for stressed-out people, and often it’s done unconsciously. Here at Thompson & Frey Cosmetic & Family Dentistry our friendly and helpful 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 dental patients may find that when they are under stress it is more common to neglect their oral hygiene habits. Many people in the Philpot, Tell City, IN, and Hartford 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 Thompson & Frey Cosmetic & Family Dentistry today. We offer sedation dentistry, Invisalign, family dentistry, and dental crowns. We hope to hear from you soon!

Contact Thompson & Frey Cosmetic & Family Dentistry:

270-683-0620

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

3164 Alvey Park Dr E
Owensboro, KY
42303