other than going to dentist, is there any means, methods or ways to find out how bad is my bruxism when i am asleep?

Question

Can bruxism destroy a crown put in by my dentist recently?

Answer 1

Bruxism: I would say " no." if you want a definitive answer you need to get see professional help.

Answer 2

Do I brux at night?: You can have someone watch you all night while you are asleep.

Answer 3

Sleep partner: Unless you are sleeping with your dentist, they won't be of much help. If you have a partner, get their sense of what you do while sleeping and even have them record it, audio or video to get a good answer to your question.

Answer 4

EMG might work but..: Nocturnal bruxing /tooth grinding is usually best detected through observation by your dentist. Sure, your partner may hear you grinding but that may have no bearing as to power of destruction that it's force and motion are doing to your teeth. Why get involved with EMG type devices when simple night guard may do the trick! see your dentist!

Answer 5

Nothing Known: There is no known medical, dietary, or behavioral modification to prevent chilhood bruxism or teeth grinding. There are orthodontic devices that may work. See your dentist.

Answer 6

Bruxism Cure?: Some non-medicinal ways to care for bruxism would include: sleeping a full nights sleep (and sleeping well), balanced nutrition, clear nose and throat so the air/oxygen moves freely. In addition, whenever you think about your teeth, try to let them separate and let your jaws relax.

Answer 7

No: There are no proven natural cures for sleep bruxism.

Answer 8

Bruxism: Bruxism refers to grinding your teeth at night while you are asleep. The patient is not aware of this because he/she is asleep, but often wakes with an ache in the jaw and pain on opening mouth. A sleeping partner will usually hear the grinding of the teeth. Over time the tip of the enamel on the front teeth will get worn down.

Answer 9

Bruxism: Bruxism can occur while asleep or awake. Sleep bruxism is a sleep related movement disorder similar to other movement disorders during sleep. The movements are very similar to a rudimentory chewing pattern. Sleep bruxism occurs when going from deep sleep into lighter sleep in association with arousals. Signs of bruxism include enlarged masseter musclesa nd scalloping of tongue borders.

Answer 10

See a TMJ/TMD Dr.: Someone may grind their teeth for a number of reasons. Often, the problem occurs because the muscles of the face and jaw are trying to get the teeth in a comfortable position. The muscles may be in spasm, you may have a tmj/tmd problem, stress, infection. Best to see a dentist asap. Often thew cause is difficult to determine, so may have to treat the symptoms with a mouthpiece.

Answer 11

Depends: Bruxism is the name for grinding one's teeth, usually during sleep. This can cause erosion of tooth enamel, and it may be a symptom of other conditions or diseases. Check with your dentist and your family doctor.

Answer 12

Depends: Is it for during sleep or while awake? Daytime teeth clenching can be controlled by behavior modification; sleep bruxism can not. If your teeth are wearing and/or you have some facial or jaw pain, you should speak to your dentist about it.

Answer 13

Yes, do it now: Most of us underestimate our own habits. She is observing something about your behavior that seems related to bruxing your teeth (or more commonly clenching your teeth). Vist an excellent bite dentist or TMJ dentist to get the fastest results. You will have less stress with your wife if you go ahead and make an appointment.

Answer 14

Yes: Bruxism may not be causing any discomfort at this particular time in your life, however the damage is being done. Muscles, joints and teeth are all involved. Pathological tooth wear can result in a myriad of future issues which may be very costly. An orthotic can prevent or retard the adverse effects of this habit.

Answer 15

Yes: Yes, at least evaluated to see how much of a problem it is. See TMJ expert. Any dentist can be a TMJ expert with the proper training and experience. Most commonly, oral surgeons, prosthodontists, and orofacial pain specialists. Ask your MD, your dentist and your dental society for referrals.

Answer 16

Not necessarily: There are many causes of bruxism, most of which are acquired. You inherited your teeth and their anatomy from both your parents, but this doesn't guarantee you'll have the same issues as they.

Answer 17

Bruxism: There are some studies that suggest that it is an inherited characteristic but others indicate there is no relationship.

Answer 18

Not necessarily: There may be some factors that are inherited but environment may be the most critical element...Stress, lifestyle, nutrition, dental care, etc.

Answer 19

Sleep disorder: Treatment range fromno treatment in the milde cases, to dental guards and splints, contingent electric stimulation, biofeedback, botox, dietary supplements, .

Answer 20

Well...: Meds alone won't fix the problem. I usually treat bruxism with an anterior bite plane worn 24x7 for 2 weeks which then goes to night-time wear only after the first two weeks. I also usually prescribe a steroid (medrol (methylprednisolone) dose pack) for the first week of therapy. This works 99% of the time. If that doesn't do the trick, there are other meds as a 2nd line therapy, .

Answer 21

Best treatment: Bruxism does not necessarily need to be treated unless there is damage to the dentition and/or facial pain. There are some medications that help such as clonazepam, gabapentin, and clonadine but the best first treatment is an oral splint made by a dentist familiar with these disorders.

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