Stress, Anxiety, and Gum Swelling

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Can stress or anxiety worsen gum swelling?

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Yes cortisol will increase the swelling it released during anxiety

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Dr. Zoya Rasheed Cosmetic/Aesthetic Dentist 12 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Zoya Rasheed

Cosmetic/Aesthetic Dentist 12 yrs exp Bangalore

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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