{"id":73,"date":"2024-07-08T19:33:24","date_gmt":"2024-07-08T19:33:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.advanceddentistryofdayton.com\/blog\/?p=73"},"modified":"2026-03-31T23:47:44","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T23:47:44","slug":"study-finds-another-risk-to-mental-health-gum-disease","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.advanceddentistryofdayton.com\/blog\/2024\/07\/08\/study-finds-another-risk-to-mental-health-gum-disease\/","title":{"rendered":"Recent Study Finds Yet Another Risk to Your Mental Health: Gum Disease"},"content":{"rendered":"
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It seems like there\u2019s been an outbreak of articles linking this, that, and the other to mental health. Would you be excited to find out that yet another study has discovered yet another link? Probably not, but it\u2019s best to be informed, especially since this one can result in tooth loss! You see, researchers have found that gum disease<\/a> increases your risk of anxiety, depression, and stressful autoimmune issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To find out how to avoid gum disease’s smattering of complications, just keep reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Teeth, Image, and Confidence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

People use their mouths to communicate and show emotion, so it\u2019s no small wonder that flawed teeth tend to make people self-conscious. Gum disease eats away at dental supports such as your oral tissue and jawbone. As these structures shift, your teeth can become crooked or even loose. Many lose confidence in their appearance as a result and start to avoid smiling, laughing, and taking photos. Over time, this can take a serious toll on someone\u2019s mental wellbeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Gum Disease Rollercoaster<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you\u2019re told you have gum disease, you might experience several emotions at once \u2013 especially if the cause was poor oral hygiene. Guilt, shame, and embarrassment aren\u2019t uncommon among those with oral infections. Losing teeth can also be quite traumatic, which could contribute to anxiety and depression. On top of that, as treating gum disease becomes necessary, these emotions can build into an outright fear of the dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Know that a compassionate dentist will do everything they can to make you feel comfortable<\/a>, welcome, and safe. They want to help you get your oral health back on track, not condemn or judge you. If you\u2019re ever nervous about an upcoming appointment, give them a call. They\u2019d be happy to help ease your distress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Physical Stress Equals Mental Stress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To put it very simply, gum disease has a few quirks that can trigger or aggravate certain autoimmune conditions, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n