While our teeth are protected by a remarkably strong material, excessive friction and pressure can still hurt them over time. Those who struggle with teeth grinding issues, known as bruxism, can gradually wear down their enamel and cause problems for their appearance. In time, that wear and tear can turn into trouble for their oral health, too! At our Virginia Beach, VA dentist’s office, we can provide protection for you against bruxism. Because grinding often occurs throughout the night, protection while you sleep is important. With a custom oral appliance, we can make sure that your teeth stay safe while you rest.
Should I Really Be Worried About My Teeth Grinding Habit?
If you are grinding your teeth at night, it can be difficult to protect your smile against the effects of excess wear and tear. The consistent friction can change the shape of your teeth, and even lead to the formation of chips and cracks. People who wait too long for treatment can experience more severe damage that calls for restorative dental work! The tension from grinding and clenching can also affect you by putting excess stress on your jaw joints and muscles, which can lead to difficulties with TMJ disorder.
Restoring Teeth That Are Worn, Chipped, Or Broken
After reviewing the state of your smile, we can see just how much harm bruxism has done, and determine what can be done to address it. In the event that your oral health is affected by this harm, we may need to recommend the placement of dental crowns on some teeth. If we stop the problem before this occurs, more conservative cosmetic dental treatments can make positive changes to your smile. This can mean performing a dental bonding procedure, or restoring teeth with porcelain veneers, restorations that only occupy a limited amount of space.
Other Issues Linked To Bruxism
Those who have unresolved problems with bruxism can experience aches and pains related to their condition. They may experience difficulties with TMJ disorder, a problem that occurs when jaw stress and poor joint alignment cause pain and stiffness. This can make it harder for you to bite and chew, and may make headaches a more common occurrence. We can determine what type of support you might require by evaluating you with TruDenta technology.
Your Virginia Beach, VA Dentist’s Office Can Help You Deal With Bruxism
At Absolute Dental Care, patients who show signs of having issues with bruxism can be examined and treated so that these issues no longer impact them. This work may include plans to restore teeth that have been harmed by excess wear and tear. To find out more about our services, please contact your Virginia Beach, VA, dentist, Dr. Folck, by calling (757) 428-7440.
