Bruxism refers to a case of chronic teeth grinding, which can cause discomfort and even damage your teeth. Treatment is crucial to avoid cavities and infection from occurring. We can help with a custom solution! In today’s blog, your Cerritos, CA, dentist talks about stopping bruxism with a custom night guard.
The Causes and Warning Signs of Teeth Grinding
Why do some of us grind our teeth on a near nightly basis? For some, the cause could be related to high levels of stress, while others could develop bruxism due to untreated TMJ disorder. Other factors include missing teeth, misalignment, injury to the face or jaw, wisdom tooth eruption, or issues with the growth of the jaw and key oral structures. Your significant other may alert you to the fact that you grind your teeth. Common symptoms in the waking hours include headaches, migraines, jaw and facial pain, aches in the neck and shoulders, and toothaches and tooth sensitivity. When one or more of these symptoms occur, let us know!
Our Night Guard
Our team will carefully examine your smile for signs of wear and function that could indicate teeth grinding, as well as teeth that appear shorter or that have developed cracks or chips. If you have bruxism, we can often offer relief with an oral appliance. We will take detailed digital images and measurements of your smile from multiple angles, and then use them to create a 3D model. Using the model, we can custom-fit a night guard. The device will look like a mouthguard and is worn as you sleep. Once in place, this shifts your jaw and places a barrier between the upper and lower sets of teeth to prevent further damage and discomfort. The oral appliance is easy to use, clean, and store. But what if your teeth have become damaged?
Repair With Ceramic Crowns
When bruxism damages a tooth, this could increase the risk of tooth decay and dental infection. Repair is needed to improve oral health and bite function. But with ceramic crowns, we can also ensure your new results look natural too. Our crowns are custom-made for your smile, and can ensure your bite is properly balanced and you avoid complications of bruxism-related damage.
If you have any questions about how our team will diagnose and treat issues like teeth grinding, then reach out to our team today to learn more. We want to help you smile with confidence and avoid discomfort and damage to your teeth.
TALK TO OUR TEAM ABOUT TREATING TEETH GRINDING
To schedule a consultation and receive treatment for your teeth grinding, then make an appointment with Cerritos Dental Surgery in California call 562-584-4082 today. We want to help you smile without hesitation!
