Most of us grind or clench our teeth at times other than regular eating functions. This type of activity usually happens at night when we are sleeping. Therefore, most grinders are not even aware of their grinding problem! However, some of us even grind or clench their teeth during the day.
What are the Signs of Teeth Grinding?
Worn out, flat surfaces on the chewing sides of our teeth
Decreased lip support
Increased wrinkles around the corners of the lips because of shorter teeth length
Sore jaw muscles in the morning after waking up
Chipped or cracked teeth
TMJ problems
Sometimes, a significant other who may be sleep deprived beacuse of your grinding habit! If this problem goes undiagnosed and not prevented from getting worse, one may even end if with root canal treatments due to excessive teeth loss.Solution to Your Teeth Grinding
Your dentist will recommend you to wear a night guard or an occlusal guard at night. Sometimes when there is teeth grinding during the daytime, you may be recommended to wear your nightguard during the day as well.Protect Your Porcelain Crowns & Veneers
Night guards are also recommended if you have porcelain crowns or veneers because they may crack easily with grinding habits.How to get a custom-made Nightguard?
Getting a custom-made nightguard done requires 2 short appointments with your dentist each one less than 30 minutes.
First Appointment: Your dentist will take two impressions for a model of your upper and lower teeth and a bite record.
Second Appointment: You will get your night guard in about 8-10 days. On the second appointment is the delivery and adjustment of the device.
At the end, you will be saving your teeth, your good looks and perhaps your relationship with your significant other by investing in a custom made nightguard.
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Sea Breeze Dental
(714) 846-1414
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