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Night Guard for Bruxism: Teeth Grinding and Clenching
Teeth grinding and clenching, also known as Bruxism, is pretty standard and can be painful and destructive to teeth. Bruxism is fairly common, and some may not even know their grinding. Some Bruxism symptoms you may suffer from are:
- Teeth grinding
- Waking up with dull headaches
- Jaw soreness
- Facial pain
- Fatigue from lack of sleep
Occasional teeth grinding may not cause any real concerns, but long-term, consistent Bruxism can lead to broken teeth, loss of enamel on teeth, and in severe cases, loss of teeth.
The exact cause is unknown, but it’s believed that stress and anxiety play the most prominent role. Other causes may also be alcohol use, cigarettes, caffeine, sleep apnea, snoring, an abnormal bite, and crooked teeth.
Night Guards
Most cases of Bruxism can easily be treated by wearing a night guard for teeth while you sleep. Night guards for teeth are dental guards, mouth guards, nocturnal bite plates, or bite splints. They work by putting a barrier between your teeth. When you clench your jaw, the night guard for teeth helps lighten the tension and give a cushion to the muscles in the jaw. This cushioning helps prevent face and jaw pain and protects the enamel of your teeth. They look very similar to snoring remedies.
Sports Guard
We want you to enjoy sports and other athletic activities, but considering your teeth can save you vast amounts of time and money spent on emergency dental care. Oral health injuries are the number one reported injury while engaging in athletic activities. Wearing a sports mouth guard can protect your teeth while also providing a layer that can reduce the level of impact and even reduce the severity of a concussion. When it comes to protecting your mouth while being active, a sports guard is an essential piece of gear.
A custom-fitted sports guard is customized in our office. Overall, they are more expensive than the other versions, but because they are customized, patients are more likely to wear them because they fit better.