Do you wake up often with a sore jaw? Do your teeth ever feel sensitive when eating? If you experience these problems in combination with other dental problems, you may have bruxism. This is a common problem that occurs when people chronically grind their teeth together, often in their sleep. At Smith Family Dentistry in… Read more »
For many Americans, nightly sleep can be a struggle. If you suffer from a sleep disorder that relates to oral health, speak to a trusted provider about your options. Two of the five most common sleep disorders center around the head and neck, and both of them can cause lasting harm. Bruxism is the overnight… Read more »
What threats do you need to worry about when it comes to the health of your smile? Oral bacteria and sugary foods can certainly create trouble for you. What you should also look out for is a tendency to grind and clench your teeth, particularly when you seem to have a habit of doing so… Read more »
If too much time passes without some kind of treatment, problems with bruxism can lead to serious dental damage. The wear and tear on your teeth from grinding and clenching can gradually worsen over time, and that can have a noticeable impact on the way you look. You also need to be aware that your… Read more »
Even if you do not realize it is happening, spending your nights grinding and clenching your teeth can take a real toll on your smile and oral health. This is why those who suffer from bruxism are encouraged to arrange treatment as soon as possible. Our Greenville, TX dentist can provide protection with a custom… Read more »
Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, can be a serious issue that wreaks havoc on your teeth. It is especially concerning when you are unaware that it is occurring. What’s more is that it can be caused by a variety of issues, ranging from emotional distress to jaw misalignment to others. If it is not… Read more »
Bruxism is a disorder in which the patient grinds or clenches his or her teeth on a nightly basis. Over time, the pressure from this disorder could actually lead to damaged smiles and serious oral health complications. In today’s blog, your Greenville, TX, dentist will look at how we treat bruxism and repair any damage… Read more »
If you continue to wake up with jaw pain and sensitivity, it is time to start worrying about bruxism. People who have ongoing issues with bruxism will grind or clench their jaw during rest, which leads to progressive wear and tear on the teeth as well as stress on your jaw. Over time, this can… Read more »
When you have bruxism (chronic teeth-grinding), you might not realize you have a problem. Grinding your teeth is normal, and for most people, it isn’t a significant concern to their long-term oral health. However, grinding your teeth habitually can lead to a host of serious oral health issues if left unaddressed. At our Greenville, TX,… Read more »
What is a good night’s sleep truly worth to you? Even a short period of poor rest can be emotionally taxing, and frustrating. Bruxism can interfere with your ability to refresh yourself, as you can awaken with feelings of pain in your teeth, face, and jaw joints. If the problem goes untreated, the problem can… Read more »
