Bruxism in Richmond Hill

Bruxism, or grinding and clenching your teeth, is a serious habit that many people have and may not be aware of. It can lead to TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorders, attrition (wearing away) of the teeth, tooth sensitivity, and various other problems. At our Richmond Hill family dental office, a conservative treatment option is to wear a nightguard. It is an acrylic, retainer-like appliance worn at night that protects your teeth from the forces of grinding. Like a custom mouthguard, an impression of your teeth is taken and used to fabricate the nightguard. Once it is ready, return to the office for a second visit to try it on and make any adjustments to ensure it fits comfortably. Similarly, a sportsguard can be made to protect teeth and jaw joints from trauma that may be sustained while playing contact sports, which is a crucial component of concussion prevention.

If you're waking up with headaches, or an aching jaw, contact your Richmond Hill family dentist to find out more about your symptoms – you may be a candidate for bruxism treatment.

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