Stress is Bad for Teeth, but Don't Get Too Stressed About It

Here at Hamlin Dental Group, we think that right about now might be one of the most stressful times of 2014. There nearest major holiday is months away, the drought out here in Southern California continues, the Winter Olympics are just about done, school and work are in full swing, and it seems like the rat race will be on forever. If you're a dentist in North Hollywood or Hollywood proper, you might even notice an additional epidemic of teeth clenching right around Oscar time next week, or maybe afterwards when everyone inevitable disagrees about the outcome.

Yes, to be honest, stress is with all too many of us on a pretty much 365/24/7 basis, so no surprise that bruxism, the tendency for many of us to clench or grind our teeth in our sleep, is also a problem that dentists deal with all the time. Here's the thing, however, as harmful as excessive stress can be to us in many areas of our health, it's important not to get stressed out about being stressed out. It's the epitome of a vicious cycle and it doesn't do any good.

Fortunately, a Hamlin dentist in Northridge, North Hollywood, or Van Nuys knows exactly what to do. Simple mouthguards made by dentists have effectively and easily protected the precious teeth of nervous folks for years. It might not get to the root of excess stress the way, say, exercise and meditation might, but at least it makes sure you don't have to stress out about stress harming your teeth and jaw. Just give Hamlin Dental a call at 888-400-8011 and, please, take it easy.