Colorado dentist Mark Moynier is the lead clinician at BrightNow! Dental in Thornton. There, he performs a number of procedures, such as fillings, crowns, and root canals. In addition, Mark Moynier fits patients with night guards.
According to the American Dental Association, between 10 and 15 percent of adults suffer from bruxism, or teeth grinding. Symptoms include sore jaws, dull headaches, and tooth pain. After a diagnosis of bruxism, dentists may advise patients to begin using a night guard, an appliance for the teeth that a patient wears while sleeping.
Night guards can be purchased over the counter, but they are also available at most dentists’ offices. Night guards purchased from a dentist are more durable and more comfortable since they are custom made to fit the individual patient.
In addition to using a night guard to treat bruxism, dentists may suggest other treatments. Teeth that are out of the alignment may contribute to teeth grinding. If this is the case, an orthodontist may be able to help.
Stress and anxiety can also lead to bruxism. These conditions may be relieved through meditation or professional counseling. Finally, a change of diet or medication may help alleviate teeth grinding.
