Night Guards
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Benefits Of Using Night Guards For Bruxism
Bruxism, the act of grinding teeth, can happen during waking hours or while asleep. It is commonly triggered by anger, stress, or anxiety and is often done without conscious awareness. However, this habit can have negative effects on oral health. To safeguard your teeth, dentists may suggest using a nightguard along with anxiety treatments such as medication or therapy.
Although night guards do not completely stop teeth grinding, they can assist in preventing damage to fillings, chipping or loosening of teeth, and excessive wearing down of tooth enamel. Additionally, using a nightguard may enhance the quality of sleep and alleviate symptoms associated with bruxism.
Signs of bruxism
- Tooth sensitivity or discomfort
- Biting the cheeks
- Gums that are pulling back
- Tiredness caused by interrupted sleep throughout the night.
- Experiencing discomfort in the face due to tight or sore jaw muscles.
- Temple-related headaches
Using Nightguards For TMJ Offers Several Benefits.
Using a nightguard can effectively alleviate other symptoms of TMJ, such as jaw pain, clicking or popping sounds, and a locked jaw. The TMJ, or temporomandibular joints, are responsible for the movement of your mouth. Grinding your teeth can cause problems with these joints, leading to TMJ. Inflammation or jaw injuries can also contribute to TMJ. Nightguards for TMJ can help align your jaws correctly and reduce muscle tension while you sleep.
Symptoms of TMJ
- Facial pain or discomfort
- Neck and shoulder pain
- Intense discomfort resembling an earache
- Sensation of hearing a ringing sound in the ear
- Difficulties with chewing or speaking
- Discomfort experienced during eating or talking