Got Teeth? A Survivor's GuideGot Teeth? A Survivor's GuideA guide for healthy living and a beautiful smile, even with replacement teeth, illustrating the mouth-body connection and good oral health for our overall well-being.
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Tooth Loss Dreams are in the Top Ten
2007-08-30 19:09:00 I love irony. One of my readers consistently dreams of her teeth falling out and asked me what it means. I’ve never dreamt about tooth loss, but I experienced it and wrote about the reality of tooth loss. While researching the question, I discovered Aisling Ireland’s column, which is the most comprehensive explanation I found. So, without further adieu, and Aisling’s permission, I am reprinting the following article. Dream on…Teeth Falling Out Dreams by Aisling Ireland, BellaOnline’s Dream EditorRemember when you were a child and a loose tooth was an exciting event? Remember how you pulled at it, gradually loosening it up until it finally fell from your gums, into your hands and you slipped it under your pillow with excitement knowing the tooth fairy was well on her way? Why isn't that same excitement present in tooth loss dreams? One reason is because we are adults now. Whereas childhood tooth loss meant transitioning from a child to a grown-up, adult tooth loss means tra... More About: Loss
Research Reveals Stress = Periodontal Disease.
More articles from this author:2007-08-23 13:33:00 It’s Not All In Your Mind.Stress is a risk factor and an indicator for periodontal disease. You feel it in your neck, your shoulders, your back, and your gums.Reports in the Journal of Period ontology found a strong relationship between stress, distress, anxiety, depression, loneliness, financial strain, and periodontal disease.Stress makes it difficult for our bodies to fight all infections, including periodontal disease. It causes people to indulge in bad habits that lead to periodontal disease, such as smoking, drinking alcohol, using drugs, eating unhealthy foods, not brushing and flossing their teeth, and avoiding dental professionals.Deal with stress in active and practical ways (problem-focused) instead of using avoidance techniques (emotion-focused) and you will have less risk of severe periodontal disease.What I know for sure is that it’s all connected.To your health!SaundraGot Teeth? A Survivor's GuideHow to keep yourteeth or live without them.Visit www.gotteethguide.c... More About: Research , Disease 1, 2 |
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