Teeth Grinding in Kensington
You may be clenching or grinding your teeth without even realising it. For many people, this happens during sleep, but some notice it when they are awake, especially in times of stress or deep concentration. Most people are unaware of the habit until a partner mentions hearing grinding sounds at night or they start feeling discomfort in their jaw or teeth.
Teeth grinding, also called bruxism, can range from mild to severe. In minor cases, it might not cause much concern, but ongoing or forceful grinding can wear down the teeth, cause sensitivity, and lead to jaw pain or headaches. If left untreated, it can even result in long term damage to your teeth and jaw joints.
At Tooth Heaven, we regularly see patients from Kensington and nearby areas who experience teeth grinding and clenching. Our caring dentists can identify the signs of bruxism early and recommend simple, effective solutions to protect your teeth and improve your comfort. These may include custom fitted night guards, bite adjustments or stress management techniques.
As we often remind our patients, prevention is always better than cure. Regular dental check ups allow us to spot early warning signs and prevent future problems. Just as you would service your car every 10,000 kilometres, your teeth also deserve regular maintenance every six months. After all, you use them every day, and they are an essential part of your health and your smile.
If you suspect that you might be grinding your teeth or waking up with jaw pain or headaches, book a consultation at Tooth Heaven today. We are your trusted dentist for teeth grinding in Kensington, providing gentle care and lasting protection for your smile.
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Symptoms of Teeth GrindingIt may be hard to notice it if it's a mild case. A trained eye or a local professional who takes photos at regular intervals would be able to pick it up. However, the obvious signs are:
| Causes of Teeth GrindingTeeth Grinding can be multifactorial, but the usual causes are:
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How to treat Teeth Grinding?Fixing the problem is one thing. The most important thing is to treat the cause. As sometimes the causes can be multifactorial, a multipronged approach might be necessary to address it. Watch the following video to find out more....
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It’s more than Just Teeth
To help our patients enjoy an optimal level of oral health, free of disease and discomfort, the team here at Tooth Heaven offers the following preventative services:
- Check-ups and Cleans
- Gum Disease Treatment
- At- Home Dental Care
- TMJ and Bruxism / Grinding Treatment
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Frequently Asked Questions
Question: I grind my teeth without realising it, what are the signs?
Answer: You may clench or grind your teeth mostly at night often without noticing. Common signs include a tired or tight jaw a locked jaw chronic headaches jaw neck face or ear pain fractured chipped or worn teeth and disrupted sleep
Question: What causes teeth grinding and how do you treat it at Tooth Heaven?
Answer: Teeth grinding can have many causes including loss of support from some teeth chewing on one side increased stress anxiety certain medications family history and sleep issues such as sleep apnoea. To treat it we focus on the causes using a multipronged approach including check ups and cleaning at home dental care TMJ and bruxism treatment and custom fitted mouthguards to prevent further damage
Question: How can I prevent long term damage from teeth grinding?
Answer: Prevention is better than cure and saving you pain and cost over time. We recommend regular maintenance visits every six months for check ups and cleans to monitor wear protect your teeth and address issues early