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Stress, Anxiety, and Gum Swelling

2024-08-21 10:42:14
Can stress or anxiety worsen gum swelling?
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Yes cortisol  will increase  the swelling  it released  during  anxiety

Answered2024-08-27 04:32:51

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Hello! Yes! When we're stressed, our bodies produce cortisol, which can lead to swelling,there could also be deposits on your tooth and surrounding tooth structure that could be an additional boost
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Kindly visit nearby dental surgeon for physical examination evaluation and treatment plan

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