Treatment for bruxism, teeth clenching and teeth grinding by our dentists.
Bruxism is the unconscious grinding or clenching of teeth that can happen during the day or night.
It can cause abnormal wear of teeth (attrition).
Do you have any of these symptoms?Pain in the jaw muscles
- Cracking joints
- Tension in the jaw
- Limited ability to open the mouth
- Ground down teeth
- Cracks and/or vertical fractures in teeth
- Receding gums
- Loose teeth
Then you might have bruxism.
Causes
Bruxism can be caused by a missing tooth, abnormal bite, stress or hyperactivity.
Solutions
A nightguard that you wear at night might be a good solution for you. Speak with our dentists today!
