Physical exercise, good nutrition, predictable sleeping habits are all means of reducing stress. Meditation, time management, positive self-talk, a strong social safety net—these help too. One very practical theory suggests that people who feel helpless when it comes to their own lives are easy targets for stress-induced disease.
It may seem like work hard to keep healthy but when we get it right, it’s a job well done.
What does this have to do with dentistry? Those with a sense of control—who are proactive in their self-care—are healthier. Your oral health is related to your whole health. We don’t just care about your teeth. We care about all of you!