Can clenching cause molars to shift? what causes teeth to shift? feel like my jaw has gotten more narrow after bondingresult. changed natural position

Tooth shifting: If you recently had restorative work done on your molars (fillings, etc), it is possible that clenching at night might cause a slight shift. This is typically corrected be adjusting the restoration and making sure that it fits in properly with your bite. When done properly, the tooth that shifted will return to its proper position.

Teeth shifting or...: Many things can cause teeth to shift-loss of support from gum disease, poor occlusion, loss of teeth, inadequate contacts between teeth, certain habits such as tongue thrust, biting on pencils, food impaction between teeth, etc. If you had recent dental bonding, the contours of your teeth might have been changed making it feel like your bite was changed. See your dentist to have all this evaluated.

Yes and no: Clenching can shift your teeth a fraction, and they move right back when you release the pressure. More often than not, a change in your bite, tongue thrusting, and natural change cause the teeth to move. Loss of teeth contribute, too. Speak to your dentist about ways of aligning your teeth for a more harmonious bite and better appearance. All the best..

Difficult to DX: Clenching or bruxism can move teeth and a new restoration can shift the pattern of closing by working or non[working contact on the teeth.Why not go back to the dentist and have this conversation and get his opinion on what's going on with your occlusion. Chuck.

Possibly: Clenching and grinding can cause teeth to shift. A new restoration with a miniscule prematurity can also. As an adult you have a whole new skeleton every 7 years as bones change to adapt to stress, and this can cause shifting. Periodontal disease with loss of bone and gum tissue can cause shifting. Untreated malocclusion is another culprit. Sounds like you should see an orthjodontist.

Can happen: Clenching can cause teeth to be sore, loosen, break and sometimes they can move. Bonding would not make your jaw narrower but it could make you tongue have lees space and that could make you feel like your jaw is narrower.The best thing is to talk to your dentist about your concerns.