Night Guard for Teeth Grinding Blog
Children Teeth Grinding (Bruxism) or Jaw Clenching
Up to 50% of children will grind their teeth at some point and there are solutions available. Teeth grinding or Bruxism as it is commonly referred to can begin as early as when your child’s teeth first start to appear.
Chronic Headaches and Teeth Grinding: The Relationship
Do you suffer from headaches or migraines? Teeth grinding at night or during times of stress may be a part of the underlying issue.
How does a night guard work?
If you grind your teeth or clench your jaw at night, then it is likely that a night guard (or sleep mouthguard) is the solution you are needing. A night guard may be a temporary requirement or a long term solution and should be fitted as soon as you notice signs or symptoms of grinding/clenching. How does a night guard work? It creates a barrier between the teeth to prevent any further damage to your teeth. A hard night guard helps to disengage the jaw muscles to reduce severity and occurrence. Diffuses the impact forces across the entire guard to...
Should a night guard be hard or soft?
The effects of teeth grinding can be mild to severe and temporary to ongoing. If you have decided to purchase a night guard, then the next decision is whether is should be a hard or soft material.
Teeth Grinding/Bruxism: The Signs and Symptoms
Teeth grinding or bruxism is a common condition for many Australian adults (and children). If you grind your teeth or clench your jaw at night, then you may be suffering from bruxism and a night guard may offer a simple solution for protecting your smile and getting a better night’s sleep.