Bruxism Treatments

Most people experience bruxism (teeth grinding) at some point. The habitual grinding of teeth can damage the health, function, and appearance of your teeth pattern. Fortunately, some treatments are available to alleviate the effects of bruxism and restore your teeth to full function and beauty. We welcome you to call Cheer Dental at 408-437-1111 to schedule your consultation with our doctors and learn more about treatments for bruxism in San Jose, California.

While teeth grinding can occur at any moment, it is far more common at night. When you are asleep, the nerve control centers in your brain are reduced or turned off, and the reflexive pathways become active. It can cause you to grind and clench your teeth during your sleeping time. It may damage your smile without your awareness of it.

The most common signs of bruxism include:

• Gum recession
• Excessively worn teeth
• Fractured or broken teeth
• Loose teeth
• Arthritis
• Earaches
• Aching, tired, or painful jaw joints and muscles
• Headaches
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Eating disorders
• Chronic stress

Bruxism can be tricky to diagnose, as only a trained dental professional can recognize it. If you experience any of the symptoms listed above, schedule an appointment with our periodontist. We will be able to identify whether or not you have bruxism and provide appropriate treatment to alleviate your discomfort and help you regain your oral health.

Common treatments for bruxism include:

• Night guards
• BOTOX®
• Relaxation exercises
• Stress management
• Biofeedback mechanisms

Once your teeth grinding is under control, we can provide a restoration treatment to help you regain a functional, healthy, and attractive smile. These treatments may include crown lengthening, gum grafts, crowns, bridges, implants, and fillings.

For more information about bruxism, you are welcome to contact our office.