Taking care of your smile is a process that will follow you well into adulthood. In fact, it is a practice that you must take part in for the rest of your life. Though we may have some natural defenses to protect our structures from harm, in truth, there are exponentially more concerns out there […]
Category: Custom Night Guards
Protection Against Nightly Teeth Grinding
A good night’s sleep is good for your overall health. Unfortunately, when you suffer from bruxism it can become a problem for your smile! Nightly jaw clenching and grinding can wear down your enamel, place painful stress on your jaw joints and muscles, and eventually cause chips and cracks in teeth that need to be […]
Providing Relief From Teeth Grinding Issues
As you continue to experience problems with nightly teeth grinding, the problem can turn into something more than just a source of discomfort. Pressure exerted on your enamel can lead to chips and cracks. It can also leave you with teeth that look worn down and misshapen. The strain and stress of this problem, often […]
Protect Teeth From Wear And Tear With A Night Guard
When you consider how much work your teeth do on a daily basis, you can understand how wear and tear might become an issue over time. Continually tearing and chewing food can lead to gradual changes in their shape and condition, though it may do little to your overall appearance. However, if you are someone […]
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3 Reasons You Should Act Quickly To Address Bruxism
Why would you ignore a problem that can damage your teeth, and cause you to experience chronic pain? If you develop a habit of grinding or clenching your teeth while you sleep, you are at risk for dental injuries, and you can develop persistent problems with your jaw. At our Kansas City, MO dental practice, […]
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Have You Been Ignoring Signs Of Nightly Teeth Grinding?
Some people struggle to start their day in good spirits. A degree of drowsiness upon waking can be normal, even if it can make starting your day more difficult. What is not normal is waking up with pain in your face and neck, or experiencing sore or sensitive teeth at the start of your day. […]
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Trust A Custom Guard To Protect Your Smile While You Sleep
When you have a tendency to grind your teeth while you sleep, your teeth are at risk for potentially significant damage. You should talk to a professional if this problem, known as bruxism, is affecting you. At our Kansas City, MO dental practice, we provide custom night guards for people who struggle with this issue. […]
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Wearing A Custom Guard To Prevent Problems With Bruxism
If you continue to ignore a problem in your life, it seems safe to assume that it will worsen over time. This is certainly true with dental problems. Our teeth are durable, but problems like physical damage and decay can have consequences that require professional dental treatment. Reacting promptly to a sign of oral health […]
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Your Dental Sensitivity May Be A Symptom Of Bruxism
When you go to sleep at night, you might be putting your smile at risk for damage! A person who struggles with bruxism can continue to grind their teeth while they rest, and that pressure can lead to wear and tear. Eventually, the continued stress on your enamel can lead to significant chips and cracks! […]
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A Custom Night Guard Can Protect Your Smile Against Bruxism
Bruxism is a problem that can grow increasingly more harmful over time. When you first develop a nighttime teeth grinding issue, you can feel discomfort in your teeth, face, and jaw when you wake up. If you start to develop persistent issues with your jaw, you can have pain in your face, neck, and head […]
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