Everyone has dealt with anxiety in some form. For some people, it’s just “butterflies in your stomach.” For others, it’s much more. You may know that anxiety can have an adverse effect on several systems in your body, but did you know it can also impact your oral health?

When you feel anxious, your body releases cortisol, a hormone that helps manage stress. However, chronic anxiety keeps your cortisol levels elevated, disrupting your body’s natural balance. Over time, this can negatively affect multiple systems, including your oral health, by increasing inflammation and weakening your body’s ability to protect itself.

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

Read the full article here: Hidden Ways That Anxiety Can Affect Your Teeth and Gum Health