Teeth grinding, or bruxism, refers to excessive grinding of the teeth
and/or excessive clenching of the jaw,
usually occurring when one sleeps. If you
wake up with jaw pain, tension headaches, or
facial pain, you may be suffering from
bruxism. Some people aren't even aware they
are grinding or clenching their teeth at
night, until a visit to us reveals
significant tooth enamel loss or damage to
restorations.
Frequent clenching and grinding wears down the chewing surfaces of the
teeth, reduces tooth enamel, and can result
in a cracked or chipped tooth, crown, or
filling.
Some of the common treatment options for bruxism are custom fitted nightguards, selective botox, reducing stress and avoiding alcohol & caffeine.