Broken Teeth
Persistent grinding can break teeth under the repeated force of clenching.
An easy, non-invasive treatment for teeth grinding (bruxism) — preventing the wear and damage that grinding causes over time.
If you often wake up with jaw pain, earaches, or headaches, or if you find yourself clenching or grinding your teeth, you may have a common condition called bruxism. There is an easy, non-invasive treatment: a custom nightguard. Request an appointment with Dr. Adibe in Cranbury, NJ, or call (609) 395-9100.
If you often wake up with jaw pain, earaches, or headaches, or if you find yourself clenching or grinding your teeth, you may have a common condition called bruxism.
Although the causes of bruxism are not really known, several factors may be involved. Stressful situations at home, school, or work, problems in sleeping, an abnormal bite, and crooked or missing teeth may contribute to bruxism. Many people do not even know that they grind their teeth, as it often occurs when one is sleeping.
If not corrected, bruxism can lead to lasting damage. A nightguard is an easy way to prevent the wear and damage that teeth-grinding cause over time.
Persistent grinding can break teeth under the repeated force of clenching.
Cracks can develop in teeth that are ground night after night.
Grinding can damage existing dental restorations such as crowns and fillings.
If not corrected, bruxism can even lead to tooth loss over time.
There is an easy, non-invasive treatment for bruxism: nightguards. Nightguards are an easy way to prevent the wear and damage that teeth-grinding cause over time.
Custom-made by your dentist from soft material to fit your teeth, a nightguard is inserted over your top or bottom arch and prevents contact with the opposing teeth — so the guard absorbs the force instead of your teeth.
Choosing the right nightguard is essential. There are three basic types. When you choose a nightguard, be sure to pick one that is tear-resistant, comfortable and well fitted for your mouth, easy to keep clean, and does not prevent you from breathing properly.
The pre-made nightguard is ready to wear out of the package — the least customized of the three options.
The “boil-and-bite” nightguard is softened and then shaped to your teeth for a closer fit.
A custom-made nightguard from our office is made just for your teeth — tear-resistant, comfortable, well fitted, easy to keep clean, and made so it doesn’t prevent proper breathing.
A nightguard created in our office will fit all the right requirements, as it will be custom-made just for your teeth — tear-resistant, comfortable and well fitted, easy to keep clean, and made so it does not prevent you from breathing properly.
As a prosthodontist, Dr. Adibe is especially attentive to protecting your bite and any existing restorations from the damage grinding causes. A guard that fits your teeth precisely is the one you’ll actually wear — and the one that prevents broken teeth, cracked teeth, and damaged restorations over time. If grinding has stemmed from an abnormal bite or crooked or missing teeth, he can also discuss addressing those underlying factors.
Reviewed by Dr. Adibe · Clearbrook Advanced Dental Care, Cranbury, NJ
If you often wake up with jaw pain, earaches, or headaches, or if you find yourself clenching or grinding your teeth, you may have a common condition called bruxism. Many people do not even know that they grind their teeth, as it often occurs when one is sleeping.
Although the causes of bruxism are not really known, several factors may be involved. Stressful situations at home, school, or work, problems in sleeping, an abnormal bite, and crooked or missing teeth may contribute to bruxism.
If not corrected, bruxism can lead to broken teeth, cracked teeth, damaged restorations, or even tooth loss. A nightguard is an easy way to prevent the wear and damage that teeth-grinding cause over time.
There is an easy, non-invasive treatment for bruxism: nightguards. Custom-made by your dentist from soft material to fit your teeth, a nightguard is inserted over your top or bottom arch and prevents contact with the opposing teeth.
There are three basic types: the pre-made nightguard, the 'boil-and-bite' nightguard, and a custom-made nightguard from our office. When choosing one, be sure to pick one that is tear-resistant, comfortable and well fitted, easy to keep clean, and does not prevent you from breathing properly.
A nightguard created in our office will fit all the right requirements, as it will be custom-made just for your teeth — tear-resistant, comfortable and well fitted, easy to keep clean, and made so it does not prevent you from breathing properly.
Medical Disclaimer
This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute dental or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult Dr. Adibe or a qualified dental professional regarding any questions about your oral health. Individual results may vary.
Request an appointment with Dr. Adibe at Clearbrook Advanced Dental Care in Cranbury, NJ, and ask about a custom nightguard to stop the wear before it costs you a tooth.