Dental & Mental Health: Is There a Crossover?

From helping you chew and digest food to reducing the risk of you developing oral cancer, we’re all aware of the many physical benefits of having a healthy smile. However, did you know that good oral hygiene is also great for your mental health? It’s not a connection that you’d automatically make, so how are the two related? Find out in this blog.

What’s the Link Between Mental and Dental Health?

Poor oral hygiene has been linked to a variety of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression and low self esteem. This is largely down to the stigma around having visibly unhealthy or flawed teeth. On the other hand, having healthy teeth and gums is unsurprisingly often linked to increased confidence and overall happiness.

It goes without saying that when we feel good about our appearance, we’re bound to feel happier and more confident. As one of the first things that people tend to notice about us, our smiles certainly play a big role in facilitating positive feelings about ourselves.

How Can I Improve My Smile?

If you’re struggling with poor self esteem as a result of poor oral health, there are several ways that you can make improvements to your smile for that much needed confidence boost. From teeth whitening and straightening to dental implants, there are plenty of ways you can get your dream smile here at Riyo Dental.

Teeth Whitening

If your teeth have started to yellow as a result of ageing or genetics, or have stains from years of coffee drinking or smoking, teeth whitening can help restore their natural, pearly white colour.

Teeth Straightening

Struggling with crooked or gappy teeth? We can help. We offer a range of orthodontic treatments, including traditional metal braces to Invisalign treatments, to help you achieve a straight, picture perfect smile.

Cosmetic Treatments

If you’ve got a chipped or missing tooth that’s affecting your confidence, tooth replacement or repair might be the best option. We can offer dental implants, dentures, crowns and fillings so discreet that your friends and family won’t even be able to tell you’ve had any work done!

Take Control of Your Oral Health with Riyo Dental

There’s no denying the impact that the state of our teeth and gums can have on our mental health, but with our dental treatments, you can improve your smile and your self esteem. Whether you just need a simple general dentistry appointment or are interested in any of the procedures mentioned above, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our dental hygienists.