When you struggle with bruxism, nights spent grinding and clenching your teeth can lead to serious consequences for your smile and oral health. The friction created by grinding can hurt your enamel and change your smile by making your teeth misshapen. The wear and tear can even become serious enough to cause chips and cracks to form! The more time you wait to say something about this issue to your dentist, the more likely you are to suffer from problems that demand restorative dental work.
A custom oral appliance that you wear at night can keep your smile safe from harm. The presence of this guard will keep your teeth apart and stop you from putting pressure on your teeth and jaw. In addition to protecting you from dental damage, this can also reduce your struggles with TMJ disorder, a problem with poor joint alignment and health that can make chronic pain a concern.
It may be too late for you to avoid dental damage, but our practice can restore your smile by supplying the appropriate care. After an evaluation, we can determine if cosmetic dental work is right for you, or if you should undergo restorative treatment to address oral health concerns. Dealing with a problem that affects your oral health is a priority, as the condition of your tooth can deteriorate without the right support.
Without the proper protection, you can experience smile trouble and even oral health issues due to nightly teeth grinding. Fortunately, a custom oral guard supplied by your dentist can protect you against these issues. To find out more about how we can take care of you, please reach out to Elm Creek Dental in Maple Grove, MN, today at 763-416-0606.
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