Question 1

what can i do for teeth grinding at night?

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Bruxism: Common in children and adults, if baby teeth, no worries, if adult, consider a sports  tooth guard worn at night, availiable at your local sporting goods outlet.

Question 2

how do you stop teeth grinding at night ?

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Stop the grind: To stop night time grinding, a night guard can be fabricated.  There are several different kinds but they all basically keep the teeth apart so one cannot grind therefore relieving the stress on the teeth and jaw muscles.

Question 3

wanted to know if i can use an opro gum shield to stop teeth grinding at night?

Accepted Answer

See a dentist first: First, oral appliances--including a night guard--do not help you "stop grinding". They work to keep teeth from being further damaged from grinding: you are likely to grind just as much.  Worn teeth do not necessarily mean grinding. Acid reflux or gerd makes teeth worn down rapidly even with only occasional clenching or grinding. Please see a dentist to learn more about your condition first.

Question 4

how can i prevent teeth grinding at night?

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Dental guards: People who grind their teeth at night can wear down their teeth. A dentist can fit a person with dental guards (like a retainer) to prevent the teeth from grinding during sleep. In some cities, there are dental specialists who customize dental "appliances". There are also generic over-the-counter guards to prevent grinding, but one should ask his dentist if the otc guard is fitting well.

Question 5

what are some reasons for teeth grinding at night?  does being overweight contribute somehow?  any natural way to stop the involuntary habit?

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Maybe: Some studies relate grinding to airway issues and being overweight puts you at increased risk for airway issues. So yes being overweight may contribute to nighttime grinding. See a dentist trained in dealing with breathing issues to address your concerns.

Question 6

teeth grinding at night - will a custom night guard work better than a over-the-counter one?

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Absolutely: A custom night guard will fit better and can be adjusted and is best suited for the intended purpose.

Question 7

is there a way to stop teeth grinding at night without a mouth guard?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Teeth gringing at night is not a conscious  event therefore it is almost impossible to stop somthing you dod nto konw you are doing.
If you grind and are causing damge to your teeth or jaw it is best to wear a guard. Even the guard does not stp the grinding but only prevents damage to the teeth or jaw muscles.

Question 8

horrible teeth grinding at night, broke my mouth guard. what can i do to prevent this?

Accepted Answer

Dentist: If you are using a mouth guard and still having problems see your dentist.

Question 9

what can i do to stop night time teeth grinding?

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Nothing, but...: You can't really stop grinding or clenching your teeth at night, but you can prevent or treat the problems that it causes. Myofascial pain, tmd and tooth damage can be prevented by wearing a properly adjusted custom night splint. Symptoms related to tmd or myofascial pain can sometimes resolve by wearing your splint. Treatment takes 2 weeks to 6 months to see improvement. Some wear it indefinitely.

Question 10

how do i know if i'm grinding teeth at night and how can i stop it?

Accepted Answer

TMJ: Do you have any TMJ symptoms? Check with your dentist. A night guard will prevent damage to your teeth if you are grinding. Most people grind because of stress so do your best to control your stress(exercise, meditate or?).

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