At our dental office, we provide options for patients who have had their sleep affected by grinding and snoring.
Night Guards Or TMJ Guards
If you are grinding and clenching, then Dr. Flores may recommend Night guards. The reason is, grinding teeth causes damage and can contribute to teeth wearing down. Sometimes, it leads to fracturing and even loss of teeth and can require treatments like root canals and dentures. Teeth grinding and clenching can also result in symptoms like jaw pain, headaches, and hearing loss in severe cases.
Many people grind their teeth during their sleep and are not even aware of it, but notice the symptoms or are told by a loved one.
