Bruxism Treatment

If you find yourself grinding, clenching or gnashing your teeth,
these could be symptoms of bruxism – a condition
we can quickly diagnose and treat with our bruxism treatment.

Don’t hesitate to get in touch! Request an appointment today!

Bruxism (Teeth Grinding)

Breathe a sigh of relief with our bruxism care and treatment

Bruxism is a condition where you involuntarily clench, grind or gnash your teeth. Often an unconscious mechanism, bruxism can cause tooth damage and jaw pain. By booking a simple checkup at our practice, our experienced team can identify if you have bruxism and recommend the best treatment options, personalised for you. Contact our dental clinic today!

What does bruxism entail?

Are you waking up with an aching jaw or sore teeth?

Occurring while you sleep, nocturnal bruxism is considered to be a sleep-related movement disorder where your jaw experiences repetitive muscle contraction, or you grind your teeth. Nocturnal bruxism can be caused by anxiety or high levels of stress and people with bruxism are more likely to suffer from other sleeping disorders, such as snoring or sleep apnoea.

Unfortunately, if you have nocturnal bruxism, you may be unaware of it (because you’re asleep). If left untreated, complications may develop. However, booking a regular examination with our trusted team (we recommend a visit every six months), will ensure that we detect any signs and symptoms early.

Let’s talk bruxism symptoms

Experiencing any of the symptoms below?

Jaw clenching when anxious or stressed
Grounding sounds while you sleep
Headache, jaw and ear pain
Pain and stiffness in the face or jaw
Sensitive teeth
Worn-down teeth
Cracked or chipped tooth enamel
Loose teeth

These may be caused by bruxism, a condition that we can quickly diagnose and treat, right here at Knight Street Dentists.

What’s the best treatment for bruxism?

Mild bruxism may not require treatment. Many children will outgrow the condition without treatment, and many adults symptoms do not require therapy. However, if bruxism is more frequent, severe and painful, we have a range of options available to treat it. These may include wearing an occlusal splint (nightguard) or dental correction to repair any damage.