Dental Night Guards
Grinding or clenching your teeth (also known as bruxism) may lead to headaches and soreness in the facial muscles or jaw joints. You may not even notice that you grind or clench until you wake up with discomfort in the morning.
Bruxism could be caused by a range of different factors, including stress, anxiety, an abnormal bite, or missing or crooked teeth. Extreme grinding or clenching could lead to painful or loose teeth or fractured teeth. It can also wear down your tooth enamel, causing your teeth to be sensitive to hot or cold. It’s important to identify early on if you routinely grind or clench your teeth.
A custom-made mouthguard can protect your teeth during the night and relieve some of the pressure from grinding and clenching. The night guard is specially molded to your mouth to ensure the best protection and a comfortable fit while you sleep.
Grinding or clenching can affect both children and adults. Call Apple Grove Dental or fill out our contact form today to get assessed and to get fit with your very own night guard! (719) 355-7737.
