Boston South End: Did You Know Stress Can Lead to Gum Disease?

New studies today are giving us more information in regards to emotional health having effects on your physical health.? According to the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), emotional anxiety can cause or worsen dental health issues. “There’s definitely a link between stress and dental health,” says AGD spokesperson Nick Russo, DDS. “Stress affects the immune…

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Your Mouth is The Gateway to Good Overall Health

Researchers have been connecting the health of your mouth with the rest of your body for some time now.? Lately even more studies have shown that some problems that begin in your mouth could predict trouble for other areas of your body. Bleeding gums can be a symptom of a hormonal imbalance.? Gum tissue has…

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