Dreams of teeth falling out, losing one’s teeth, teeth breaking or rotting can be a scary experience. If you’ve had these dreams more than once, you might start to wonder whether there’s a deeper meaning behind them.
Interestingly enough, about 39 per cent of the population has this type of dream at least once in their lifetime. Although these dreams can cause you to raise concerns about your health, well-being or sleep quality, it’s important to note that it’s quite common and they likely don’t mean anything dangerous.
Why Are You Having Teeth Dreams?
Research shows that teeth dreams may be more prevalent in people who:
- Experience depression or anxiety
- Have lower self-esteem
- Are less satisfied with their lives
- Feel they have less control over their lives
Consider speaking to a mental health professional if you’re having frequent dreams about your teeth and feel anxious about your life. When a person is unhappy with their lives, one of the first things that get neglected is their oral health due to poor dental hygiene. Talking to a psychologist or therapist can improve your mental well-being, and therefore, your ability to make healthy lifestyle choices. These days, getting in touch with therapists is a lot easier with the help of online therapy solutions like BetterHelp.
If you’re worried about your teeth or your teeth are falling out in real life, schedule an appointment with Kildonan Crossing Dental Centre today. We’ll make sure your teeth are healthy and intact. If there’s a dental issue, our dental professionals will diagnose and treat it before it becomes a major problem.
Don’t have a dentist? We encourage you to visit us at the northwest corner of Lagimodiere Boulevard and Regent Avenue if you’re looking for a caring dental clinic in Winnipeg for you and your children. We accept new patients.