Night Guard Treatment Atlanta

Mouth / Occlusal Guard Option Atlanta GA

If you frequently wake up with a sore jaw, a dull headache or tooth pain, you may want to ask Dr. Ferrara if you are suffering from a condition called bruxism. Bruxism, or teeth grinding or clenching, affects about 10 to 15 percent of adults, according to the American Dental Association.

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Bruxism Treatments

There are several ways to alleviate the effects of bruxism. One of the most common, which your dentist may recommend, is a custom made night guard or occlusal guard. This is an appliance typically worn while sleeping through the night.

Custom night guards offer a high quality, superior fit, as they are made in a special laboratory from an impression of your mouth carefully taken by a dental professional. These appliances are generally very comfortable to wear.

The main function of the mouth guard is to prevent the surfaces of your teeth from grinding together, causing you to chip and crack your teeth and strain your jaw muscles.

Other Treatments for Teeth Grinding

If a night guard does not stop your symptoms, you might need to take the next step:

• Teeth straightening: Teeth that are out of alignment — what dentists call malocclusion — can contribute to teeth grinding. This can be remedied by corrective measures such as Invisalign^® invisible braces.
• Stress prevention: One of the main causes of bruxism is anxiety, so your dentist might advise you to utilize one or more at-home methods of relaxation, like meditation, or in some cases professional counseling, to get you to relax and stop clenching your jaw.
• Change of diet or medication: Your dentist might recommend avoiding stimulants, such as caffeine, to reduce teeth grinding. Certain medications, such as antidepressants, might also contribute to the issue, so make sure you tell your dentist about any medications you are taking so he can suggest an alternative if one is warranted.

The most important thing to know about bruxism is that it can be treated with the help of your dentist.