Bruxism, What are Your Options for Care?

on your teeth
Your jaw locking or making clicking or popping noises when you open or close your mouth

Bruxism symptoms may be mild or severe. Over time, however, teeth grinding can wear down your smile and ruin its aesthetic appeal.

Bruxism Care

Bruxism is believed to be caused mainly by stress and anxiety, although it’s also linked with snoring, sleep apnea, and certain types of medication. By pinpointing the cause, Dr. Proffitt can recommend procedures to help manage your condition. These include:

You may have bruxism if you’re constantly grinding your teeth during the day or while you sleep. Bruxism not only hurts your teeth but can also impact your jaw muscles and TMJs (the joints that control the opening and closing of your mouth). Many people are unaware that they grind their teeth in their sleep. However, your Maryville, Tennessee dentist can recognize this problem by its impact on your teeth and quality of sleep. Fortunately, Dr. William Proffitt from Proffitt Dentistry offers several options for managing bruxism.

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Signs of Teeth Grinding

The following are some signs that you may be having a problem with bruxism:

Poor sleep
Head or facial aches when you wake up in the morning
Discomfort in jaw muscles or teeth
Discomfort when chewing
Minor chips or cracks in your teeth or unexplained wear and tear Minimizing your use of tobacco products, alcohol, and caffeinated drinks
Reducing stress by taking time to rest and relax, practicing meditation or yoga, exercising more, or partaking in activities you enjoy to help you unwind
Wearing a night guard when sleeping to keep your top and bottom teeth from clashing and grinding as you sleep. Dr. Proffitt can have a night guard custom-made for your use
Exercising your jaw or getting Botox injections in your jaw to relieve muscle tension and keep your jaw from clenching. Less tension in your jaw can help reduce teeth grinding

To schedule a consultation to diagnose and manage bruxism, contact Dr. William Proffitt from Proffitt Dentistry in Maryville, TN, at (865) 432-0804.