Teeth Grinding Treatment Cincinnati OH
During normal chewing, there are only brief periods of contact between teeth. Your teeth should only come into touch with each other for roughly 5 minutes per day in typical circumstances. Over the course of several years of use, minor deterioration is to be expected.
Teeth can get flattened and worn over time. X-rays may reveal exceptionally thin coatings of enamel on the chewing surfaces of the teeth as if sandpaper had been scraped across them. Chewing on a regular basis should not degrade the enamel too much.
You Don’t Even Know
During the day or at night, some patients develop a subconscious habit of grinding their teeth. The abrasive action is often only present during sleep, and just for a few seconds at a time. If you have a painful jaw or a headache in the morning, it’s likely that you grind your teeth at night. Because of the nightly grinding, some individuals acquire larger jaw muscles on the sides of their faces. These muscles are the strongest in the body, pound for pound, which means they may do a lot of unwanted harm.
Compressive stresses can harm the complex jaw joints on one or both sides, in addition to wearing down teeth and straining overworked muscles. Arthritic changes, chronic pain, and popping or clicking joints are all possible outcomes of joint damage. It may be impossible to reverse these alterations once they have taken hold.
Avoiding Irreversible Damage
A consultation with Dr. Manju R. Kejriwal is recommended if you wake up with a sore jaw or headaches, or if you’ve observed chips or flattening of your teeth. The sooner the problem is addressed, the less damage will be done. A custom-fit night guard can often alleviate the symptoms while also protecting your valuable enamel.
Clenching and grinding tendencies should be addressed during the day as well. Dr. Manju R. Kejriwal will examine your bite to ensure that your teeth are properly aligned as you eat. Whatever the cause, minimizing the strain on your jaw and teeth as soon as possible will save you money and time in the dentist’s chair.
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