Tag Archives: Teeth Grinding

Botox and Bruxism

April 3rd, 2012 by , no comment

Tweet In previous blog posts on bruxism, I’ve discussed how teeth grinding can lead to worn teeth, fractured teeth, facial or jaw pain, and a host of other maladies. There are many ways to treat bruxism, and one of the … Continue reading

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Can Bruxism Be Caused by Poor Dental Work?

October 11th, 2011 by , no comment

Tweet Several weeks ago a 38-year-old gentleman came to my office complaining that shortly after having three crowns (caps) put in his mouth, he began to grind his teeth at night for the first time in his life. On arising … Continue reading

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Mouthguards & Nightguards: How Long Do They Need to Be Worn?

October 6th, 2011 by , no comment

Tweet   This is a common question asked by patients in my practice. The answer to this question is based mainly on the reason it was recommended in the first place! So, if you are wondering if you will have … Continue reading

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Is Your Child Suffering from Bruxism?

September 20th, 2011 by , no comment

Tweet For years, nighttime tooth grinders were thought to be adults who were overwhelmed by life’s stresses and worries. Though stress can certainly be one cause of nighttime tooth grinding, recent research suggests that anything that arouses the brain during … Continue reading

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