Do you find your jawbone to feel tense at times? Have you ever heard clicking noises when adjusting your mouth? Do you feel sensitive in certain areas of your smile? These are just a few signs that you may be dealing with tooth grinding or TMJ disorder. While these are both common dental problems, they… Read more »
Category: Bruxism/TMJ Disorder
Is Your Grinding Affecting Your Daily Life?
If you are struggling with your sleep, it could be as a result of a common sleep disorder known as bruxism. This condition refers to the chronic grinding of teeth, and it can cause serious damage if left untreated for an extended period. Over time, you could wear away the enamel that forms the exterior… Read more »
Treat Your Nightly Grinding
Your overnight teeth grinding can lead to serious wear of your teeth. This condition is known as bruxism, and if you receive a diagnosis of this sleep disorder, do not simply brush it off. Bruxism can cause significant erosion of your enamel, which is the outer surface of the tooth. This hard material gives you… Read more »
Take Precautions Against TMJ Disorder
Teaching your little ones the importance of caring for their smile is essential for establishing adequate preventive dental routines. As a matter of fact, this process lays the foundation for a healthier, lifelong smile. Though it is important to teach children about the dangers of tooth decay and other bacteria-related issues, you should also take… Read more »
Resolving Problems Created By Bruxism
There are real risks that you can expose yourself to by not discussing bruxism with your dentist. The trouble with teeth grinding and clenching is that it can both wear down your enamel to hurt your smile and create problems for the health and alignment of your jaw. At our Richfield, MN dentist’s office, we… Read more »
When TMJ Disorder Affects Your Daily Life
When you have issues with jaw pain on a daily basis, or even throughout the day, let your dentist know! The reason for this discomfort could be due to a problem with uneven jaw movement. If your joint movements are not aligned properly, mounting stress can affect them, which can lead to persistent pain in… Read more »
Issues Connected To Nightly Teeth Grinding
If you often wake up with sore or sensitive teeth, experience soreness or stiffness in your face and jaw, and notice changes in your smile because of wear and tear, you should know that bruxism could be the cause. Over time, if you let this problem go unaddressed, it can lead to worsening discomfort and… Read more »
