Teeth Clenching

Teeth Clenching also know as Bruxism is a term used to describe the forcible grinding and clenching of the teeth. It usually happens at night during sleep although some people find themselves grinding their teeth during the day as well.

Bruxism is a concern since it can result to tooth lose and other problems. The pressure on the teeth may result to enamel chipping or cracking, hairling fructures, wearing out of the teeth surface exposing the dentin and causing teeth to be sensitive, soreness and fatigue of the jaw. Left untreated, bruxism may result to complete tooth lose, jaw distortion, earaches and headaches especially when you wake up in the morning.

This disorder is commonly found in men and woman age 25 years and older. What causes Bruxism? causes vary but the most common is due to emotional factors. These include, anxiety, anger, daytime stress, frustration, pain and sleep disorders. Alcohol and some types of medication may worsen tooth grinding.

Children also gring their teeth but usually as a result of discomforts such as ear infections, colds and allergies. Bruxism in kids is usually temporary and will go away when discomfort is not present.

So, how do we treat teeth grinding? By use of night- guard trays. These provide ways to reduce or stop grinding and even ways to reduce further damage and pain due to grinding.
There's no cure for Bruxism. Visit your dentist as soon as you suspect teeth grinding for tooth damage assesment as well as work with you in stopping the damage of your teeth.

Since teeth grinding occurs at night, the following symptoms should prompt you to visit your dentist.

• Headaches, earaches, Jaw and facial pain and tenderness on awakening~ symptoms usually dull as the day goes by.

• Will usually get a compain from your spouse on the noise keeping the up all night.

• If teeth has become sensitive to cold, pressure and other stimuli

• Teeth surfuces appear flat

• Loss of dental implant screws

• If you find yourself grinding teeth during the day

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