Does your jaw feel stiff or do you have difficulty opening
your mouth wide? Are your teeth sensitive to cold drinks?
Do your jaw muscles feel tired in the morning? You may be
grinding your teeth at night (a medical condition called
bruxism) or you may be clenching your teeth, which can be
just as harmful. People with nighttime grinding habits may
wear away their tooth enamel "ten times faster" than
those without "abusive chewing habits." Eventually,
your teeth may be worn down and destroyed.
In addition to relieving head, neck, jaw joint and shoulder
pains, treating bruxism and clenching is cost effective
compared to ignoring the condition and exposing teeth to
continued grinding. Without treatment, crowns (caps), bridges,
implants and dentures are often needed to repair or replace
worn and damaged teeth. Ask if a mouth guard can
help to provide temporary relief from grinding, bruxing
or clenching.
Comfort H/S Bite Splint
Hard outer and soft inner surface
Indicated for severe bruxing/clenching
Ideal for patients allergic to acrylics or metals
Other Mouth Guard Options:
Flexite Nightguard
Semi-rigid, flexible surface
Indicated for severe bruxing/clenching
Ideal for patients allergic to acrylics or metals
Comfort H/S Bite Splint
Hard, non-flexible surface
Indicated for moderate bruxing/clenching
Special clasps can be used for improved retention
Family and Cosmetic Dentist in Ridgecrest,
California
and the surrounding High Desert.
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