Prevention of gnashing and erosion of teeth
Grinding of the teeth, or bruxism, is a common problem affecting a large proportion of people of working age. It manifests itself as involuntary tooth contact or a strong bite. Bruxism usually occurs during sleep, so the patient does not notice the problem for a long time.
Physical changes are the most common warning signs of bruxism: increased sensitivity of the teeth, pain in the jaw or head area, teeth that are noticeably worn down, have lost their shape and colour, and a lowered bite.
If left untreated, the problem leads to increased tooth wear and tear, jaw, head and body pain, so effective treatment of bruxism is needed as soon as possible to combat gnashing.
Causes of bruxism
One of the main reasons for bruxism is stress. If the accumulated psychological tension is not safely relieved, it makes itself known in another way: at night and, in some cases, during the day in the form of bruxism.
This condition is also caused by physical causes: incorrect positioning of the teeth, malocclusion, tension in the masticatory muscles.
More detailed information
Explore the wide range of treatment options for bruxism:
- Bite caps are one of the most effective tools to combat bruxism and its consequences. The caps are made individually for each patient and are worn at night when bruxism is present. The caps protect the teeth from contact with each other and prevent damage.
- Physiotherapy - if the teeth grinding is caused by muscle tension, it is relieved by facial exercises and exercises chosen by a specialist.
- Orthodontic treatment - sometimes bruxism is caused by an incorrect position of the teeth or bite. In this case, orthodontic treatment can solve the problem.
- Complex treatment - often it is necessary to combine different methods of treatment, with a team of specialists from different fields taking care of the patient's health.
