Bruxism Nightguards: Saving Your Smile One Night At A Time
The clenching and grinding of teeth — also referred to as Bruxism — is an extremely common occurrence. And yet, it’s quite destructive for your oral health in the long run, wreaking havoc on your teeth. Luckily, there are treatments for this — such as nightguards that can help people who grind their teeth in their sleep accidentally.
Bruxism 101
Most people who suffer from Bruxism aren’t even aware of the clenching and grinding that they’re doing. And yet, the symptoms of Bruxism are quite real — such as:
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- Subpar sleep quality
- Facial pain
- Jaw soreness
- Headaches upon waking up
Most of us grind our teeth from time to time, but if it develops into a constant habit, it can be a huge problem for oral health — leading to loss of entire teeth in the most extreme cases, and tooth enamel degradation and broken teeth in the lesser ones.
There are plenty of causes that might contribute to the appearance of Bruxism. However, anxiety and stress are thought to play the most significant role in its development; along with sleep apnea, crooked teeth, an abnormal bite, caffeine, cigarettes, and alcohol use as minor contributors.
Bruxism Nightguards
All of this teeth grinding can be alleviated with a mouthguard provided by your dentist in Etobicoke — and JM Dental is more than happy to make that happen! We’re always welcoming new patients, and are more than happy to assist you in fighting Bruxism with a custom-made nightguard.
These nightguards serve to provide an even level of pressure over your entire jaw — standing as a physical barrier between the lower and upper teeth to prevent grinding damage. Generally, these nightguards are made from rubber or plastic. Contact us for more information, and we’ll be happy to help you find the perfect fit!