Should I wear a Night guard to stop teeth grinding?

Bruxism (BRUK-siz-um) is a condition in which you grind, gnash or clench your teeth. If you have bruxism, you may unconsciously clench your teeth when you're awake (awake bruxism) or clench or grind them during sleep (sleep bruxism).

Sleep bruxism is considered a sleep-related movement disorder. People who clench or grind their teeth (brux) during sleep are more likely to have other sleep disorders, such as snoring and pauses in breathing (sleep apnea).

Mild bruxism may not require treatment. However, in some people, bruxism can be frequent and severe enough to lead to jaw disorders, headaches, damaged teeth and other problems.

Because you may have sleep bruxism and be unaware of it until complications develop, it's important to know the signs and symptoms of bruxism and to seek regular dental care.

A night guard, also known as a dental guard, is prescribed to patients to help treat bruxism, aka Teeth Grinding.

If you grind your teeth at night, it literally means you clench your jaw and move it in a way so that the upper and lower teeth rub together. This can make some pretty scary sounds, perhaps you’ve heard your partner complain about it before. After all, grinding leads to premature breakdown of teeth and can result in tooth loss if left untreated.

Some common signs of teeth grinding include:

Facial pain
Ear aches
Headaches
Jaw joint and surrounding muscles feel tender or stiff
Sleep disruptions (for you and/or your partner)
Increased sensitivity of teeth
Jaw locks when you open your mouth
Pain or tenderness when chewing and eating.

If you wake up with a jaw-pain, it could be due to grinding of your teeth. Consult your friendly dentist at Pearl Dental Clinic - Dubai to prevent further damage to your teeth and jaw joints.

Teeth grinding is a common issue, but you shouldn't have to suffer. By making an appointment with your dentist, you can set up a time to talk about mouth guards and other ways to cope with and cure the behavior.

Your dentist is the only person who can officially diagnose bruxism and create the appropriate dental guard to fit your mouth. Proactive dental care is more affordable investment in your smile.

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