Posts Tagged ‘stress’
Almost 70% of dental professionals experience increased anxiety as a result of the COVID-19 crisis
A survey conducted by the Dental Defence Union (DDU) has revealed that almost 70% of dental professionals have experienced heightened anxiety levels as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. A poll of DDU members suggested that around half of participants felt that they were unable to spend sufficient time with patients, while 67% reported feeling […]
Could stress be damaging your teeth?
Most of us know that stress can stop us from sleeping and elevate our blood pressure, but did you know that stress can also affect your teeth? Many people who suffer from stress and anxiety grind their teeth, which increases the risk of tooth wear, chips, and jaw pain. Bruxism, the medical name for tooth […]
Newcastle dentist issues stress warning after Demi Moore attributes tooth loss to anxiety
A dentist from Newcastle has warned of the dental effects of stress after Hollywood star, Demi Moore, blamed stress and anxiety for the loss of two of her teeth. Dr Rob Wain, from Dovetail Bespoke Dental Solutions, said that he sees patients who are suffering from the effects of stress on a daily basis. Most […]
Decayed Tooth May Have Been The Root Cause Of Polar Bear Attack
A polar bear which killed a schoolboy from Salisbury, suffered a decayed tooth, causing it to be overly aggressive and unpredictable according to a recent inquest. The attack happened in August 2011, while Eton pupil Horacio Chapple was on the Svalbard islands during an adventure holiday. The bear is said to have gone on a […]
Is Stress Causing You To Grind Your Teeth?
The British Dental Association estimates that 10 per cent of people in the UK grind their teeth and many dentists across the country have reported an increase in the number of patients presenting symptoms of bruxism, the medical name for teeth grinding. Shivani Patel, a specialist orthodontist from Elleven Dental, London, said that there has […]
Study shows Laughter is the Best Medicine for Dental Fears
A study has revealed that the best way to deal with dental anxiety is to laugh and think positively. Swedish researchers have found that adopting an optimistic approach, laughing and looking on the bright side, are the best ways to deal with stress and anxiety caused by a prospective trip to the dentist. Jenny Bernson, […]
Dentist admits fraud charges
A former dentist from Weymouth, Massachusetts has admitted to charges of fraud. Gary Anusavice, 57, has agreed to pay a fine and will never practise as a dentist again after he admitted to participating in a scheme to defraud patients at clinics in Fall River and Weymouth. Anusavice has been ordered to pay $237,500 for […]
