Custom night guard to relieve symptoms of teeth clenching
Bruxism is a common problem these days. Waking up with a stiff or aching jaw are signs of Bruxism. A person may be unaware of a teeth clenching habit while asleep. At Dentael, we can provide a custom night guard to help settle bruxism symptoms. Book your appointment with our experienced dentist.
Bruxism, also known as parafunction, is often used to describe when a person has a habit of teeth clenching or teeth grinding. This usually occurs while sleeping. This is very common in the population with many people suffering from it at some time in their lifetime. It’s often worse at times of stress, such as exams, change in job or other life pressures. Significant forces can be placed on teeth during these times, putting them at risk of cracking.
Commonly stiff jaw or aching face when waking in the morning. Many people often clench or grind their teeth unknowingly while they’re asleep. Others may be teeth clenching or grinding while awake when using the computer or watching television. The muscles around the face ache and there is jaw pain. There may be clicking of the jaw joints when opening and closing the mouth and sometimes headaches.
Some patients have no pain or tenderness of their face muscles or joints, but there may be signs of chipped or worn teeth. Often patients have tense facial muscles and can have limited opening their mouth. A clicking sound may also be heard from the jaw joint area when opening and closing the mouth. Teeth with underlying gum disease may loosen further due to the strong biting forces placed on them.
When you attend the dentist, we check the inside of your mouth including your teeth, gums, jaw joints and the surrounding muscles. We can assess signs of bruxism and discuss any symptoms you may have. If teeth clenching or grinding is identified, we can discuss ways to help manage the condition and protect the teeth from further damage.
A soft diet is often recommended to ease the aching. Relaxation techniques can help reduce stress, which is a common trigger. Reducing caffeine and alcohol intake, particularly in the evening, may also help to reduce the severity of teeth grinding during sleep.
A custom made night guard is a removable appliance that fits over the teeth. It is worn at night while sleeping. The night guard provides a protective barrier between the upper and lower teeth, preventing them from grinding against each other. This helps to protect the teeth from wear and cracking and can also help to relieve jaw pain and facial muscle tension.
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If you suffer from bruxism, teeth clenching or grinding, contact us because we’re here to help. For a custom night guard to protect your teeth and relieve jaw pain, book your dental appointment with our experienced, friendly dentist.
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