Posted by Dr. Belgin Günay on Wed, 26 Jul 2023
Westboro Dental Centre Dr. Belgin Günay - Dentist Ottawa
According to the Canadian Sleep Society, bruxing (grinding teeth) is only chronic in about 8 percent of adults and teens, 3 percent of the seniors and 14 percent of children. It is viewed as normal in children. In adults it's pathological.
Majority of the bruxers grind while sleeping.
Signs and Symptoms
- Frequent headaches (especially in the morning) or ear aches
- Sore jaws
- Jaw-clicking
- Frequent toothaches
- Sensitive teeth
- Facial pain
- Worn, broken or cracked teeth and/ or fillings
- (Accelerated) gum recession
- Lose teeth
- Indentations on the lateral borders of the tongue.
The best treatment is usually conservative in nature. In addition to repairing any damaged teeth and/ or correcting obvious occlusion( bite) irregularities, a night guard or splint is fabricated for the patient which may reduce bruxism but will certainly prevent further tooth wear and damage.
If you think you are a bruxer or have been told you grind in your sleep lease call our office to discuss your options for preventing damage to your teeth and TMJ.
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