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Bruxism Grinding Treatment & Prevention in NJ

It’s pretty common to try and make light of a frustrating situation by describing it as a “teeth-grinding” one, or to say that something is so stressful it causes you to be grinding your teeth in your sleep. But teeth grinding and the effect it has on the condition and comfort of a patient’s mouth is no laughing matter. Bruxism grinding—the official term for grinding teeth—can result in permanent damage to the teeth or jaws.

The good news is the condition is treatable right here in New Jersey at Howell Dental Associates, where we are eager to educate patients on the causes of Bruxism grinding and how such actions can be avoided. A visit to our offices will help determine why you are grinding your teeth and whether or not this is a cause for long-term concern. As many as one in three people grind their teeth, but those who admit to suffering from a sore jaw or a minor yet steady headache are in danger of suffering permanent damage to their teeth, mouth and even ears from Bruxism grinding. Side effects can include tooth loss, TMD/TMJ and, in some cases, sever tooth wear.

Those who are regularly grinding teeth may be fitted with a mouth guard to be worn during sleep. And those who admit their Bruxism grinding is rooted in stress or anxiety may be steered towards a stress counselor or physical therapist asked to start an exercise program that could help them relax or prescribed a muscle relaxant. In addition, those who are having difficulty cutting down their teeth grinding should reduce or eliminate consumption of drinks with caffeine or alcohol as well as avoid chewing gum or chewing non-food items such as pens and pencils.

Dr. Goldberg and his staff are experienced in treating patients from all over New Jersey suffering from Bruxism grinding and are eager to meet with and help new and old patients alike. Call us today at (732) 363-5115 to schedule an appointment with NJ’s Dr Jason Goldberg!