Bruxism Therapy

We provide therapy for teeth grinding and jaw clenching whether awake or asleep.

Teeth Grinding Treatment

Teeth Grinding

Do you suffer from Bruxism?

Teeth grinding, also called Bruxism, is unconscious clenching of the teeth, whether awake or asleep, which can lead to physical pain and dental problems.

Clicking jaw joints or (TMJ) is made worse if you clench or grind your jaw. Usually, the only time your joints get to relax is whilst you sleep so help protect them with a splint. If you have clicking joints and jaw pain you need to see a dentist.

Mawson Dental Care repair tooth wear and ease discomfort.

Teeth grinding treatment can include using mouth guards or mouth splints, this type of appliance has numerous variations and names such as Occlusal Bite Guard or Bite Splint, Michigan Splint, Tanner Splint or B-splint.

Call us to find out more, or to book an appointment at our clinic in Canberra.

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Clenching Teeth, Grinding Teeth and Bruxism

Bruxism affects an estimated 8-31% of adults worldwide, with some studies estimating numbers as high as 51% of children experiencing some form of the condition.

During your regular dental visits we automatically check for physical signs of bruxism.

Symptoms of teeth grinding can include:

Clenching or grinding your teeth, either awake or asleep
Fractured or chipped teeth
Tooth loss
Flattened teeth or worn teeth and enamel, exposing deeper layers of your tooth
Increased tooth pain or sensitive teeth
Tired or tight jaw muscles, or a locked jaw that won’t open or close completely
Pain or soreness in your jaw, neck, face or ears
Headaches
Damage from chewing on the inside of your cheek
Disrupted sleep

Researchers are still unsure about the physical causes of bruxism, although studies seem to suggest that tooth grinding is caused mainly by stress and anxiety.

Causes can include:

Increased stress, anxiety or frustration
Age - bruxism is common in young children and generally lessens by adulthood
Personality type - being aggressive, competitive or hyperactive may increase your risk
Medications - it may be an uncommon side effect of some medications including some antidepressants
Family history - sleep bruxism often occurs in families
Other disorders - bruxism can be associated with some mental health and medical disorders including Parkinson’s disease, dementia, gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD), epilepsy, night terrors, and sleep-related disorders such as sleep apnoea

Our compassionate Canberra dentists are here to help you enjoy an improved quality of life with TMD and bruxism treatment.

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What They Say

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I've been going to the practice for 15 years - I've needed a fair bit of dental work in that time and the dentists, hygenists and admin staff have all been terrific. The practice has been refurbushed - all very comfortable and welcoming. Unsurprisingly they are booked well in advance for routine dental checks.

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