What Is Bruxism?
Bruxism is an oral condition characterized by teeth grinding and clenching. Many patients grind their teeth, often unintentionally throughout the day or during their sleep cycle, caused by factors such as stress, anxiety, bite misalignment, or certain prescription medications. Although periodically grinding your teeth is normally not an issue, routine teeth grinding can harm and damage your teeth and cause issues, like TMD (temporomandibular disorder), that impact the jaw. At Palmer Dental Group of Houston, Dr. Palmer offers diagnostic assessment and effective treatment solutions for teeth grinding and clenching, like protective mouth guards to wear at night. Call our office in Houston, TX for more information about how to treat bruxism and preserve your oral health.
What Treatments Are Available for Bruxism?
Based on your unique needs, Dr. Palmer will create a personalized bruxism treatment plan. If there is damage, such as broken or cracked teeth, these issues may need to be addressed before moving forward. The most common treatment for teeth grinding is customized night guards. These custom mouth guards protect your teeth from damage that could occur while you sleep. Some patients may possibly need splints, which are hard acrylic materials placed on the lower or upper teeth to prevent teeth clenching and grinding. Anxiety and stress management can also help reduce teeth grinding and boost overall well-being.
What Are the Benefits of Bruxism Treatment?
Bruxism treatments offer several advantages to patients in Houston, TX seeking to alleviate uncomfortable symptoms. Some of the primary advantages of treating bruxism include:
- Improves quality of life by reducing symptoms and associated pain
- Protects against tooth damage by preventing the teeth from grinding and clenching
- Prevents dental conditions, like temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJ)
- Improves quality of sleep
- Reduces jaw discomfort and tension
- Minimizes bruxism-induced headaches and pain in the face
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Protect and Preserve Your Oral Health
Grinding your teeth can damage your teeth and cause more severe dental conditions, like temporomandibular disorder (TMD), which can cause headaches, aching jaw, fitful sleep, and more. With effective treatment options, such as custom-made night guards and splints, Palmer Dental Group of Houston can help you care for your teeth and provide relief from the pain and discomfort caused by bruxism. For more information or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Palmer, contact our Houston, TX practice as soon as possible.