Nocturnal teeth grinding is an extremely common habit. Many of those who gnash their teeth at night wake up with severe jaw pain, sore facial muscles -- even headaches and neck pain. However, not everyone who grinds is even aware of the problem. Not every grinder experiences pain as a result of this destructive habit,  but ignoring nocturnal grinding -- or “bruxism” as it’s known in the medical community – is not the answer.

Long-term bruxism also wears down your teeth, destroying the protective enamel of your molars and even making your teeth more susceptible to cracking.  It’s important to do something about the problem to protect the health and longevity of your teeth.

Speak to your dentist about the possibility of getting a mandibular bruxism splint. That’s a technical term for a simple-yet-powerful mouth guard that you can wear at night. The mouth guard will protect your teeth from damage and help alleviate many of the painful symptoms of grinding. Call your dentist today!