{"id":259,"date":"2017-10-13T22:50:56","date_gmt":"2017-10-14T02:50:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/woowangdental.com\/blog\/?p=259"},"modified":"2019-08-27T22:53:31","modified_gmt":"2019-08-28T02:53:31","slug":"take-charge-of-stress-management-to-reduce-teeth-grinding-habits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/woowangdental.com\/blog\/take-charge-of-stress-management-to-reduce-teeth-grinding-habits\/","title":{"rendered":"Take Charge of Stress Management to Reduce Teeth Grinding Habits"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It\u2019s hard to avoid stress in the 21st Century. We\u2019re all bombarded with stressors, from work to family \u2014 even our smart phones!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The problem really isn\u2019t the stressors themselves but how we respond to them and try to relieve stress. This can often have a negative effect on our health. One example: bruxism<\/em>, also known as teeth grinding or clenching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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These habits involve the rhythmic or spasmodic clenching, biting or grinding of the teeth, often involuntarily, beyond normal chewing function. It often occurs while we sleep \u2014 jaw soreness the next morning is a telltale sign. While there are other causes, stress is one of the most common for adults, bolstered by diet and lifestyle habits like tobacco or drug use, or excessive caffeine and alcohol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teeth grinding\u2019s most serious consequence is the potential for dental problems. While teeth normally wear as we age, grinding or clenching habits can accelerate it. Wearing can become so extensive the enamel erodes, possibly leading to fractures or cracks in the tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When dealing with this type of bruxism, we must address the root cause: your relationship to stress. For example, if you use tobacco, consider quitting the habit \u2014 not only for your overall health, but to remove it as a stress stimulant. The same goes for cutting back on your consumption of caffeinated or alcoholic drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adopt an \u201cunwinding\u201d pattern at night before you sleep to better relax: for example, take a warm bath or keep work items or digital media out of the bedroom.\u00c2  Many people also report relaxation or stress-relief techniques like meditation, mindfulness or biofeedback helpful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s another useful tool for easing the effects of nighttime teeth grinding: an occlusal guard. This custom-fitted appliance worn while you sleep prevents teeth from making solid contact with each other when you clench them. This can greatly reduce the adverse effects on your teeth while you\u2019re working on other stress coping techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teeth grinding or clenching can prove harmful over time. The sooner you address this issue with your dentist or physician, the less likely you\u2019ll experience these unwanted consequences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


If you would like more information on the causes and treatments for teeth grinding, please contact us<\/a> or schedule an appointment<\/a> for a consultation. You can also learn more about this topic by reading the Dear Doctor<\/em> magazine article \u201cTeeth Grinding: Causes and Therapies for a Potentially Troubling Behavior<\/a>.\u201d
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