Mind Your Mouth: How Your Mental Health Can Affect Your Smile

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), 1 in 5 US adults has a mental illness like depression or anxiety. For these people, their chances of developing other problems rise significantly. For instance, did you know that mental health can negatively impact the state of your mouth? Your oral health can suffer if you have depression or anxiety disorders. Continue to read to find out more about this relationship and what you can do to save your smile!