Teeth Grinding In Ryde Treatment
Teeth grinding in Ryde is probably more common than you might expect and surprisingly, most people don’t know they do it. Teeth grinding occurs when people physically clench their teeth together with a forward and backward motion, and while it mostly happens in their sleep, it can occur during the daytime too.
Teeth Grinding In Ryde Treatment
Teeth grinding in Ryde is probably more common than you might expect and surprisingly, most people don’t know they do it. Teeth grinding occurs when people physically clench their teeth together with a forward and backward motion, and while it mostly happens in their sleep, it can occur during the daytime too.
How to know if you grind your teeth
Assuming no-one has told you of this habit, signs that may give you a clue, include:
• Damaged tooth enamel
• Waking up in the morning with a headache
• Jaw pain, and even
• Earache
The cause of teeth grinding isn’t clear. It’s suggested that it can be caused by stress and anxiety, sleep disorders, certain medications, and even your lifestyle.
Our Ryde dentists can help
Our experienced dentists can quickly confirm that you do indeed grind your teeth and can work with you to prevent you from damaging your teeth any further. Depending on the underlying cause of your teeth grinding, Ryde patients may be recommended to:
• Wear a custom night-guard to protect their teeth
• Undergo orthodontics to correct misaligned teeth
• Take more exercise
• Learn to alleviate stress with talk therapy, meditation, or yoga
• Practice some mouth and jaw muscle exercises
If you’re worried that you may be grinding your teeth then one call to our friendly dentists in Ryde is all it takes to find out! Call Top Health Dental today on (02) 8084 3373.
Need An Appointment? Call our Dentist in Ryde today
Whether you’re overdue for a check-up or suffering with gum disease, we’re here for all your dental needs, whatever they may be. Book on (02) 8084 3373.
Need An Appointment? Call our Dentist in Ryde today
Whether you’re overdue for a check-up or suffering with gum disease, we’re here for all your dental needs, whatever they may be. Book on (02) 8084 3373.