Teeth grinding, formally known as bruxism, is the common habit of grinding teeth, whether it be consciously during the day or unconsciously while sleeping. Bruxism is a very common condition that countless dental patients experience, and our team at Dental Group of Evergreen Park has years of experience helping patients find relief from this condition and protect their smile. Bruxism can also affect the jaw, such as with habitual jaw clenching or similar habits. Bruxism is a common condition that can be both a sleep disorder as well as dental concern. There are several different types of treatments that can be used to address bruxism that our team at Dental Group of Evergreen Park can help you explore:
Custom Mouthguards
Mouthguards can help those who grind their teeth at night find relief, as these custom appliances help separate the two rows of teeth so that teeth grinding cannot occur. Typically made of acrylic, mouthguards are custom appliances that many patients use to successfully stop or reduce symptoms associated with teeth grinding, which can include stress, eating disorders, and other symptoms.
NTI-tss Device
These are specialty devices cover the front side of the teeth and are custom fitted to each patient. This is because the rear molars are typically the areas of the mouth that take much of the burden of teeth grinding, and these appliances help stop this process.
Get in touch with our team at Dental Group of Evergreen Park today to learn more about teeth grinding treatments at our office!