U.S. Dental ( also known as Tufts Dental )
Dr.Gina Sohn - Tufts Graduate
U.S Dentist in Seoul / Licensed in MA, CT, NJ
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Tooth grinding can promote other dental problems
Do you ever wake up with an achy jaw or a headache, or notice popping or clicking in your jaw when you open and close your mouth? If so, you may be grinding your teeth at night.
Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, most often, is often linked to stress. However,bruxism can be caused by sleep disorders or by mechanical problems with the teeth, such as missing or broking teeth or a misaligned bite.If your bruxism is due to physical problems such as misaligned or broken teeth, those can be corrected with crowns or braces. If your bruxism is caused by stress, it's important to try to identify the stressors and try to find ways to relax, including jaw-specific physical therapy, meditation and exercise. For some tooth grinders, muscle relaxants help control the problem.
In some cases, Bruxism can be a side effect of neurological disorders such as Huntington's disease and Parkinson's disease.
Certain types of psychiatric medications, including antidepressants, also can trigger bruxism.
Many people have mild bruxism and don't need a specific treatment, but you should consider getting a night guard to protect your teeth and help prevent further damage.
It's important to mention if you think you have been grinding so your teeth can be examed for the signs of damage to the tooth enamel.
