The role of psychoemotional stress in the development of dental diseases

Abstract

The article provides a review of the literature on the study of the psychoemotional status of patients. It has been shown, that the state of expectation and uncertainty of the outcome in which the patient finds himself before medical (dental) manipulations can provoke the development of neurotic and anxiety-phobic disorders. They can adversely affect the course of his existing diseases, including periodontal disease. The nature of the reaction to a stress factor largely depends on the personality factor. In this case, the intensity and rate of increase of external influence play a significant role. Numerous works devoted to biochemical physiological, clinical, psychophysiological and psychological characteristics reflect the further development of the problem of stress (emotional, psychological, sports, industrial, space, military, etc.) from the standpoint of modern science. With less intense and slow exposure to exogenous factors, the role of the personal reaction is more pronounced. Literature data indicate that the majority of patients during the waiting period have an increased level of anxiety, depression and tension. The influence of psychoemotional stress on the patient’s health was determined.