Open AccessInfluence of Psychological Stress on Periodontal Diseases
Author(s) -
Larissa Marques Storto Soares,
Ana Emília Farias Pontes,
Fernanda de Oliveira Bello Corrêa,
Cleverton Corrêa Rabelo
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
american research journal of dentistry
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2578-1448
DOI - 10.21694/2578-1448.20001
Subject(s) - periodontal disease , medicine , psychosocial , disease , psychological stress , clinical psychology , association (psychology) , dentistry , psychology , psychiatry , psychotherapist
The association between periodontal disease and stress has been questioned for a almost a century, however, it still represents an unexplored field of research with several orphaned questions of conclusive answers. Objective: To evaluate the relationship between periodontal disease and stress. Methodology: Searches were performed with descriptors related to periodontal diseases and psychological factors in the following databases: Pubmed, Embase, Lilacs. Were identified and included studies that deal with the relationship between stress and periodontal disease and /or that emphasize the role of this psychosocial factor in the progression of periodontal disease. Conclusion: Most studies have shown a positive relationship between periodontal disease and stress, however, further research needs to be developed to confirm stress as a risk factor for periodontal disease