There’s a bidirectional relationship between mental health and oral health. When someone’s mental health suffers, it can cause a decline in oral health. Conversely, unmet dental problems can lead to ...

Your mental health affects the health of your whole body, including your oral health. People who have mental health problems are more likely to have oral health conditions like teeth and gum problems.

In June, Elina Howard posted a TikTok of her brushing her teeth, writing in the caption that she “knew [her depression] was getting bad again when even the simplest tasks felt like too much.” A ...

In the first known U.S. survey to analyze the long-term mental health of dental professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic, dentists and hygienists frequently reported poor mental health during peaks ...

If you are experiencing more worry, fear or anxiety during this pandemic, you aren't alone. These overwhelming emotions can affect your sleeping and eating habits - and may even have consequences for ...

Insight provides an in-depth look at health care issues in and affecting California. Have a story suggestion? Let us know. OAKLAND, Calif. — Dr. Huong Le spends an average of 45 minutes with each of ...

Dr. Karen Foster, a pediatric dentist and a past president of the Colorado Dental Association, was thrilled when a friend and colleague moved to her state and began working as an associate at her ...