Professional Dental Splint for Teeth Grinding Mouth Guard for Clenching at Night TMJ Relief Protection Bruxism Custom Fit Bite Tray

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Lobbezoo F, Lavinge GJ, Tanguay R, Montplaier JY. The effect of the catecholamine precursor L-dopa on sleep bruxism: a controlled clinical trial. Mov Disord. 1997;12:73). Mov Disord. 1997. 12:73. During sleep, people generally aren’t aware of their teeth grinding and can apply substantial pressure — up to 250 pounds of force Lavigne GJ, Khoury S, Abe S, Yamaguchi T, Raphael K. Bruxism physiology and pathology: an overview for clinicians. J Oral Rehabil. July/2008. 35(7):476-494. One of the aspects of treatment is often wearing a mouth guard to help stop the pain from tooth grinding and to help your TMJ from getting worse.

Here are some common questions and answers regarding mouthguards. How long does it take to get used to a mouthguard? Amir I, Hermesh H, Gavish A. Bruxism secondary to antipsychotic drug exposure: a positive response to propranolol. Clin Neuropharmacol. 1997;20:86–89. Clin Neuropharacol. 1997. 20:86-89.AskMayoExpert. Bruxism. Rochester, Minn.: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research; 2017. Reduce stress. Listening to music, taking a warm bath or exercising can help you relax and may reduce your risk of developing bruxism. Historically, many believed that problems with the bite were the sole cause for bruxism. [10] [21] It was often claimed that a person would grind at the interfering area in a subconscious, instinctive attempt to wear this down and "self equiliberate" their occlusion. However, occlusal interferences are extremely common and usually do not cause any problems. It is unclear whether people with bruxism tend to notice problems with the bite because of their clenching and grinding habit, or whether these act as a causative factor in the development of the condition. In sleep bruxism especially, there is no evidence that removal of occlusal interferences has any impact on the condition. [7] People with no teeth at all who wear dentures can still have bruxism, [4] although dentures also often change the original bite. Most modern sources state that there is no relationship, or at most a minimal relationship, between bruxism and occlusal factors. [5] [25] [15] The findings of one study, which used self-reported tooth grinding rather than clinical examination to detect bruxism, suggested that there may be more of a relationship between occlusal factors and bruxism in children. [5] However, the role of occlusal factors in bruxism cannot be completely discounted due to insufficient evidence and problems with the design of studies. [5] A minority of researchers continue to claim that various adjustments to the mechanics of the bite are capable of curing bruxism (see Occlusal adjustment/reorganization).

If a person experiences pain or discomfort while using a guard, they should discontinue using it. How can I fall asleep easier with a mouthguard? Teeth may become painful, eroded, and mobile. Dental crowns, fillings, and implants can also become damaged. Stress or anxiety management. If you grind your teeth because of stress, you may be able to prevent the problem by learning strategies that promote relaxation, such as meditation. If the bruxism is related to anxiety, advice from a licensed therapist or counselor may help. Certain stimulant drugs, including both prescribed and recreational drugs, are thought by some to cause the development of bruxism. [1] However, others argue that there is insufficient evidence to draw such a conclusion. [28] Examples may include dopamine agonists, dopamine antagonists, tricyclic antidepressants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, alcohol, cocaine, and amphetamines (including those taken for medical reasons). [9] In some reported cases where bruxism is thought to have been initiated by selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, decreasing the dose resolved the side effect. [15] Other sources state that reports of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors causing bruxism are rare, or only occur with long-term use. [29] [25] The main symptom of sleep bruxism is involuntary clenching and grinding of the teeth during sleep. The movements resemble chewing but generally involve more force.

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Avoid stimulating substances in the evening. Don't drink caffeinated coffee or caffeinated tea after dinner and avoid alcohol during the evening, as they may worsen bruxism. Often when the cause is due to stress, depression or anxiety, doctors will prescribe muscle relaxants. While they may be effective, speak to your doctor about potential side effects as some commonly prescribed can adversely affect your liver or thyroid, while others may be habit-forming. 4. Botox Injections Sagl B, Schmid-Schwap M, Piehslinger E, Kundi M, Stavness I. Effect of facet inclination and location on TMJ loading during bruxism: An in-silico study. J Adv Res. 2022 Jan. 35:25-32. [QxMD MEDLINE Link]. [Full Text]. the alignment of a person’s teeth, their diet, and whether they have other conditions that can affect the teeth like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).