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Anxiety and dental caries.
Community Dentistry and Oral Epidemiology
|August 1, 1983
Summary
Emotional stress, particularly anxiety, is linked to dental caries in children. Maintaining regular routines may help mitigate this risk, highlighting the importance of psychosomatic factors in preventing tooth decay.
Area of Science:
- Psychosomatic Medicine
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Emotional stress is recognized to induce physiological changes.
- The link between psychological states and oral health requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between anxiety and dental caries in children.
- To explore the influence of personality and lifestyle on this association.
Main Methods:
- Assessment of anxiety and personality traits in children.
- Conducting oral examinations to determine the prevalence of dental caries.
- Utilizing questionnaires to gather data on children's lifestyles.
Main Results:
- A statistically significant relationship was identified between dental caries and anxiety.
- Regular daily schedules appeared to moderate the impact of anxiety on dental caries.
Conclusions:
- Psychosomatic responses, such as anxiety, play a significant role in the development of dental caries.
- Preventive strategies for dental caries should consider the impact of emotional well-being and lifestyle management.