As awareness between mental stress and our bodily health grows, recent research is shining a light on the link between mental health and oral health.

A study published in the Journal of Dentistry shows a connection between post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), and awake bruxism (daytime teeth grinding)  [1].

These findings suggest important implications for dentists when treating patients with jaw pain and oral health issues. Here’s what the study found and what it could mean for patients who have PTSD.

An article by Dr. Sowmya Kanumilli. Originally published by Your Dental Health Resource.

Read the full article here: Study Reveals Link Between PTSD and Jaw Disorders