Mouth Guard for Bruxism
Mouth Guards for jaw pain & teeth grinding …
Jaw pain is a common problem these days. Waking up with a stiff or aching jaw may be signs of Bruxism. A person may be aware of a teeth grinding or teeth clenching habit. At Dentael, we can provide a custom mouth guard to help settle jaw pain symptoms, so you’re comfortable. Book your appointment with our experienced dentist.
What is Bruxism?
Bruxism, also known as parafunction, is often used to describe when a person has a habit of teeth grinding or teeth clenching. 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.
What are the symptoms of teeth grinding?
Commonly stiff jaw or aching face when waking in the morning. Many people often clench and grind their teeth unknowingly while they’re asleep. Others may be teeth 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.
What are the signs of teeth grinding?
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. 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.
How can jaw pain be treated?
Parafunction often has multiple causes, a major one being stress. First step would be to book your appointment with our dentist so we can help to establish what is the cause of the jaw pain. We can then help find a solution.
Diet, relaxation, jaw exercises can often provide relief. Sometimes medication or active dental treatment is needed.
A custom made mouth guard provided by our dentist helps reduce or eliminate jaw pain and jaw muscle tension. It will also prevent tooth damage caused by clenching or grinding teeth. You will receive a written treatment plan which can be given to your dental insurance such as Simplyhealth for reimbursement.
More Frequently Asked Questions About Mouth Guard
Why custom made mouth guard is better than over the counter?
Custom made mouth guards fit better than a boil and bite mouth guard. Therefore providing better protection for the teeth and are more comfortable.
How to mould mouth guard?
The dentist places a jelly like material into the mouth. This sets around the teeth. It takes an impression of the teeth. The model produced is used to construct a close fitting custom mouth guard.
How to clean mouth guard?
Custom mouthguards should be cleaned before and after every use. A toothbrush should be used. It is brushed using cold or warm water and a detergent such as fairy liquid. DO NOT use hot water.
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At Dentael, we’re here to help with preventing dental problems as well as helping with jaw pain, teeth grinding and teeth clenching symptoms. Our dentist has 30 years experience dedicated to providing high quality dental care for patients of all ages. She is a long standing member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England,as well as the British Dental Association.
Our modern dental clinic is based in Ealing Perivale Greenford and is ideally located for residents, workers and students in West London and Middlesex. If you have jaw pain and need a custom mouthguard, we’re here to help. So book your dental appointment.
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