{"id":1259,"date":"2021-02-02T03:01:16","date_gmt":"2021-02-02T03:01:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crystaldentalcenters.com\/blog\/?p=1259"},"modified":"2026-04-29T18:54:53","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T18:54:53","slug":"the-silent-signs-of-stress-in-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/crystaldentalcenters.com\/blog\/the-silent-signs-of-stress-in-children\/","title":{"rendered":"The Silent Signs of Stress in Children"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>You may think that stress is reserved only for adults, but stress can also take a toll on a child\u2019s emotional, physical, and psychological state. There are a variety of potential stressors that can cause anxiety in children. Believe it or not, your child\u2019s mouth can serve as an important indicator when looking for signs of stress. Just as anxiety, disrupted sleep, or lashing out can be warning\u00a0signs that your child is under extreme stress, there are a\u00a0handful of <em>oral indicators<\/em> as well. Stress has become commonplace in today\u2019s world, and if you want to know how much of an impact it has on your child, the distinguished <a href=\"https:\/\/crystaldentalcenters.com\/\"><strong>pediatric dentist in Los Angeles<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/crystaldentalcenters.com\/doctors-and-staff.html\">Dr. Moradzadeh<\/a> will discuss how stress can affect your child\u2019s oral health.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>The Silent Signs <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Too much stress can lead to a decline in a child\u2019s overall health, from which can also cause problems in the child\u2019s teeth, jaw, mouth, and gums. Many dentists can detect signs of stress during a routine examination because of the following symptoms a patient presents:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Teeth Grinding and Jaw Clenching: <\/strong>Stress and anxiety is one of the leading causes of teeth clenching and grinding. Nervous tension, anger and frustration can cause kids to clench and grind their teeth without even realizing it. Therefore, it is important for you to keep an eye out for the following signs in your child\u2019s mouth: tips of their teeth appear flat, tooth enamel has rubbed off causing extreme sensitivity, and\/or tongue indentations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If left untreated, habitual jaw clenching can lead to problems with the <a href=\"https:\/\/crystaldentalcenters.com\/blog\/what-is-temporomandibular-disorder-tmj\/\">TMJ<\/a> (temporomandibular joint) and the associated muscles used in moving the jaw and neck.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Canker Sores: <\/strong>Canker sores are small spots with a white or gray base and red borders. They generally occur inside the mouth and are not contagious. Experts are unsure about the exact cause of these mouth sores but they are often triggered by trauma and stress.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Poor Oral Health Habits: <\/strong>Living in extreme stress can cause children to skip brushing and flossing, and can lead to poor eating habits. If your child does <em>not<\/em> maintain proper oral hygiene habits, they increase their chances of developing cavities, tooth decay, and gum disease at an early age.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It is in everyone\u2019s best interest to get to the root of the problem and figure out why your child is experiencing these stress or sand come up with a treatment plan with the help of a professional as soon as possible. If your child is experiencing any of the symptoms listed above, schedule an appointment with Dr. Moradzadeh, highly reputable <a href=\"https:\/\/crystaldentalcenters.com\/pediatric-dentist.html\"><strong>pediatric dentist in Los Angeles<\/strong><\/a>, by calling <a href=\"tel:2137488448\"><strong>213.748.8448<\/strong><\/a> and for further information please visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/crystaldentalcenters.com\/\">www.CrystalDentalCenters.com<\/a>\u00a0to learn more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You may think that stress is reserved only for adults, but stress can also take a toll on a child\u2019s emotional, physical, and psychological state. 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