Do you ever wake up with headaches? Are you noticing suspicious wear on your teeth?
These are just a couple of the signs that you're grinding (bruxism) your teeth at night while you sleep. Here are some more symptoms to be aware of:
- Cracks or 'craze' lines on your teeth
- Pain or tenderness when you bite or chew
- Tooth sensitivity to sweets or temperature
- Worn enamel exposing dentin (the yellow inner layer of your tooth)
- Ear pain
- Face or neck pain
- Frequent headaches, especially in the morning
How We Treat Teeth Grinding in Brisbane
At Be Well Dental, our dentists take the time to get to the root of why you're clenching your teeth to make the best treatment recommendations for your needs. Because every patient's needs and root causes are different, we recommend several modalities for treatment, including but not limited to:
- Stress management
- Orthodontic treatment
- Custom dental splints or mouthguards
- Therapeutic injections
- Orofacial myofunctional therapy
- Exercises to alleviate pain
Talk with Our Team
Bruxism can cause debilitating symptoms and damage to your teeth. Talk with your Highgate Hill dentist on (07) 3846 2002 if you have questions or concerns about teeth grinding. We can help you find relief.