You may not have heard the term “bruxism,” but you’ve probably heard of teeth grinding and jaw clenching, two related subconscious behaviors often caused by stress, anxiety, allergies, or TMJ disorder. Treating bruxism is a simple process involving a custom-fitted mouthguard designed by your dentist. However, many bruxers (people living with bruxism) don’t seek treatment… Read more »
Category: Bruxism
How a Dental Mouthguard Protects Your Teeth
Oftentimes, people who grind their teeth are unaware that they do so. Because bruxism sufferers tend to grind their teeth during sleep, they are often unaware of the dental damage occuring. Teeth grinding weakens teeth by forcing them to slide against one another, eventually robbing them of enamel and putting them at risk of breaking. Bruxism also strains… Read more »
Can Teeth Grinding Result in Tooth Decay?
It would seem that the real danger of teeth grinding is that it wears teeth down. With teeth wearing down, the risk for structural damage such as cracking or breaking increases. In fact, as your Mansfield TX dentists, Dr. Blair Jones and Dr. Seth Harris, note, it is not uncommon for untreated teeth grinding to… Read more »
Mansfield TX Dentists Quiz You on TMD
TMD, or a temporomandibular joint disorder, refers to a condition that occurs in the jaw joints (temporomandibular joints, or TMJs). These joints are used numerous times throughout the day in chewing, speaking, drinking, and even breathing. However, even though they are very active, the TMJs are rather delicate, responding poorly to stress. But just how… Read more »
Mansfield, TX Dentist Weighs In: The Benefits of Dental Mouthguards
Dental mouthguards offer many benefits to users. In fact, one of the best ways to protect your smile during rigorous activities is by using a mouthguard. These also work wonders for patients who suffer with nighttime bruxism (or teeth grinding). Dr. S. Blair Jones, your Mansfield, TX dentist discusses the advantages of dental mouthguards with… Read more »
Mansfield, TX Dentist Reports: Detecting Your Teeth Grinding Habit
Many people who grind their teeth, don’t have any recollection of having such a tendency. Additionally, teeth grinding (or bruxism) can cause facial pain and worn-down teeth. Thankfully, Dr. S. Blair Jones, your Mansfield, TX dentist has the knowledge and skill to detect the disorder and provide treatment to offer his patients optimum relieve. Do… Read more »
Mansfield Dentists: Identify and Treat Bruxism
Think teeth grinding only causes minimal problems for your teeth? You couldn’t be more wrong. If you consistently grind your teeth, you may suffer from a condition called bruxism. Grinding one’s teeth can lead to tooth sensitivity which could negatively impact the way you eat. This could also lead to Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) can lead… Read more »
Mansfield Dentists: Your Nighttime Habits Could Put Your Teeth at Risk
Did you know that you could be damaging your teeth without your knowledge? If you grind your teeth during sleep, your teeth are feeling the effects of extreme forces capable of wearing away enamel and compromising their structural integrity. Over time, teeth grinding, or bruxism, can lead to cracked, chipped, and even broken teeth. So… Read more »
Mansfield Dentist Explains the Link Between Earaches and TMJ Disorder
Do you suffer from chronic earaches? Do you often experience tinnitus, or a constant ringing in the ears? If so, you may be exhibiting symptoms of a serious medical condition known as TMJ disorder, or TMD. According to some studies, as many as 10 million Americans show signs of TMJ disorder. In today’s blog, Mansfield… Read more »
Mansfield Dentists Discuss TMD and Bruxism
Many people suffer from a condition known as temporomandibular disorder (TMD). One common cause of TMD involves grinding or clenching teeth. As the holiday season approaches, more and more people could experience increased levels of stress and anxiety. Your Mansfield dentists, Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris, discuss how they can diagnose and treat TMD. What… Read more »
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