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Splints - TEETH CLENCHING / GRINDING
DO YOU HAVE ANY OF THESE SYMPTOMS ?
- cracked tooth enamel
- more wear and tear on the teeth than is normal.
- broken teeth or broken restorations (for example fillings).
- strain or pain in the jaw joint.
- limited movement of the jaw.
- sore jaw muscles.
- tooth loss.
- enlargement of the jaw muscles.
THEN YOU MAY BE DOING INVOLUNTARY CLENCHING, GRINDING AND GNASHING OF YOUR TEETH DURING SLEEP?
We can treat Teeth Grinding and Clenching with various treatments including Splints, repair of damaged tooth and use muscle relaxant and medication
A lot of people grind and clench their teeth in their sleep and do not realize they do. It has been suggested that it could be linked to stress. Over the years this can lead to shortening of your teeth, chips in the biting surface and fractures in your teeth. Grinding your teeth can also lead to muscle pain in your Jaw joints and headaches.
WHAT CAN BE DONE to Help You Relieve These Symtons?
Occlusal Splint
An Occlusal Splint is an acrylic guard fitted to the upper teeth (similar to a mouthguard) worn of a night. The Splint will not stop you from the habit of grinding or clenching your teeth, but is designed to relieve some of the pressure on the jaw joints and to protect your teeth.
What is Involved in Getting an Occlusal Splint?
Having an Occlusal Splint made consists of 2 appointments.
1st being to take impressions of your teeth
2nd to ensure the splint fits correctly and is comfortable.
Placing of Occlusal Splint
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