Influence of Psychological Stress on Periodontal Diseases
Affiliation
a Undergraduate research student, School of Dentistry, Federal University of Juiz de Fora (UFJF), Governador Valadares Campus, Brazil. b Adjunct Professor, Department of Periodontics, School of Dentistry, Federal University of Juiz de Fora (UFJF), Governador Valadares Campus, Brazil. c Associated Professor, Department of Periodontics, School of Dentistry, Federal University of Juiz de Fora (UFJF), Governador Valadares Campus, Brazil.Abstract
Introduction: 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.
