It is generally believed that Teeth Grinding (also called Bruxism) is often related to stress or anxiety. Whereas there's so much to know before we conclude anything about the cause and treatment of Teeth Grinding.
Teeth Grinding also known as clenching can happen while you're awake or asleep. Teeth Grinding occurring during sleep is called Sleep or Nocturnal Bruxism. You may also grind your teeth or clench your jaw subconsciously while you’re awake. This is known as Awake Bruxism.
Nocturnal Bruxism is sometimes related to hyperactivity, sleep apnea, or acid reflux, and canappear as a side effect of certain medications. Whereas, Awake Bruxism is usually triggered by stress, anxiety or tension.
There are many other symptoms involved along with bruxism such as face, neck and shoulder pain, a painful jaw, which can lead to a condition called temporomandibular disorder (TMD), worn-down or broken teeth, which can cause increased sensitivity and loss of teeth and fillings, headaches, earache, disturbed sleep and so on.
People can develop bruxism due to any reason, but the habit often lasts long and it can wreak havoc on the body. However, multipronged treatments can help patients find the source of bruxism to better manage and overcome it.
Well many people who grind their teeth can use behavior modification techniques in order to stop grinding their teeth throughout the day, those who clench their teeth at night do not have any control over doing so.
Some people grind their teeth and don’t have any issues. They may not even be aware that they are doing it, especially if they do it when sleeping. Sometimes the only way people know they grind their teeth is because family members hear them doing it while they are asleep.
Physical symptoms are usually related to the teeth and jaw. During a Routine Dental Check Up, the dentist can identify any of these symptoms related to teeth and jaw to help guide the patient regarding the treatments available for the same.
Teeth might look worn out or could be chipped. Even though tooth Enamel is the hardest tissue in the human body, prolonged clenching can wear down tooth enamel. So, the problem exposes the patient to future dental issues if left untreated. This could often begin with sensitivity to hot and cold foods and drinks.
A timely detection of Nocturnal Bruxism could be treated with a Dental Night Guard. It helps support a good night’s sleep. Dental Night Guards take the brunt of the force of clenching as they are made with the goal of keeping one’s muscles relaxed during sleep. Working together with the patient and discussing the underlying causes of Bruxism, we at Shilp Dental Care help our patients find the best ways to manage it.
Ready to find out if a Dental Night Guard is your solution? The fact that teeth clenching can cause a lot of damage to your teeth and, as a result in some cases we may have to opt for a Root Canal Treatment (RCT) or in some other cases we need to do a Full Mouth Rehabilitation (FMR) to ensure the overall good oral health. If you are interested in learning more about how a dental night guard can help you, contact Shilp Dental Care right now so we can get you scheduled for a consultation appointment.
Expressing Experience by Dr. Vandil Patel
"Having a good night's sleep is most likely very important to all. If you grind your teeth, there are things you can do to stop it. Depending on the underlying cause of your teeth grinding and symptoms, we recommend a relevant solution to keep your teeth's enamel strong. Using Night Guard during sleep or wearing mouthguard during athletic activity can help prevent dental damage in future. It is seen that prolonged Bruxism may lead to complex procedures like dental crowns on all teeth and many more to repair the damage. Hence it is advisable to visit a dentist for guidance and the best possible treatment to end Bruxism as soon as it starts."
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