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The rise of post-pandemic, stress-related tooth damage--and how to avoid it

The rise of post-pandemic, stress-related tooth damage--and how to avoid it
Logo of WCVB, an ABC news-affiliate in Boston, Massachusetts

On 22 August 2022, I was interviewed by ABC affiliate WCVB, Boston's leading TV news network.

The 3-minute health segment explored a rise--particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic--of tooth damage caused by stress-related clenching and grinding while sleeping. I explained the importance of paying attention to indicators of tooth damage, such as pain, or where your tongue is guiding you to. I also recommended being evaluated for custom night guards.

Read, and watch, the interview here.

Published by:

DR. CAMESIA O. MATTHEWS

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