
Did you know the sun can impact your oral health? To mitigate the negative effects of sun exposure, you should incorporate sun protection into your daily oral hygiene routines.
Bruxism is the involuntary grinding, clenching, and gnashing of the teeth.
Bruxism is the involuntary grinding, clenching, and gnashing of the teeth. It can cause issues with your teeth and jaw. This condition usually affects people when they are sleeping, however, it can also happen when you are awake.
Some people do not experience any symptoms, while others have tooth and jaw pain, and dental problems.
For children, the condition usually resolves on its own, however adults may need to wear an occlusal splint, otherwise known as a night guard, to help protect their teeth from damage.
For more information on Bruxism, symptoms, causes and treatments please see our blog on teeth grinding here.
If you have any more questions about bruxism or are want to book an appointment, please don’t hesitate to contact our Smile Place Dental team.
Did you know the sun can impact your oral health? To mitigate the negative effects of sun exposure, you should incorporate sun protection into your daily oral hygiene routines.
It's summer sport time. By utilising a mouthguard this summer, individuals can focus on their performance without worrying about potential dental injuries.
Did you know that allergies can also affect your teeth? Symptoms can include tooth pain, dry mouth, bad breath and swollen gums.