Bruxism refers to the damaging act of clenching and grinding your teeth that typically takes place at night while you sleep. Bruxism can cause a host of uncomfortable issues, such as pain in your jaw joint (TMJ), damage or wear to your teeth, headaches or migraines, or pain and tenderness when chewing.
The good news is that our team can help you treat bruxism by addressing the root cause of the problem. Once we understand what causes your clenching and grinding, we can offer helpful solutions.
What Causes Bruxism?
It can be one or several of these concerns that cause you to grind your teeth:
- Bite misalignment
- Stress or anxiety
- Missing teeth
- Certain medications
- Sleep apnea
How Do We Treat Bruxism in West Covina?
Your treatment depends mainly on the root cause of your bruxism. For example, if bite misalignment is causing your problem, orthodontic treatment or invisible braces might be your solution.
Our West Covina dentist may also recommend that you wear a custom night guard during sleep for TMJ treatment.
Practices like yoga or massage could help you find relief if anxiety and stress are your culprits.
If you'd like to learn more about bruxism treatment in West Covina, CA, contact our team at (626) 919-4337 for more information.