TMD &
Bruxism
Learn the dangers of bruxism, how it is a significant risk factor for TMJ disorder, and the treatment options available to protect your teeth and jaw.
What Is Bruxism?
Bruxism is the habitual, involuntary grinding or clenching of teeth. This condition causes accelerated tooth wear, strained jaw muscles, and damaged TMJ joints over time. There are two primary types: awake bruxism, typically triggered by anxiety and stress, and sleep bruxism, which can exert forces of up to 250 pounds on the teeth.
Sleep bruxism is particularly damaging because patients are unaware it is happening and cannot consciously stop. Over time, this constant grinding wears down tooth enamel, strains the muscles of the jaw, and puts tremendous pressure on the temporomandibular joints.
Symptoms of Bruxism
Bruxism can manifest in a variety of ways, many of which patients may not immediately associate with teeth grinding. Recognizing these symptoms early is key to preventing long-term damage to your teeth and the temporomandibular joint.
Headaches & Facial Pain
Frequent headaches and facial pain, especially upon waking in the morningPainful or Loose Teeth
Teeth that become painful, sensitive, or loose from constant grinding pressureSore Jaw Muscles
Chronic soreness and fatigue in the jaw muscles from overuseTeeth Fractures
Cracked, chipped, or fractured teeth caused by excessive grinding forcePain While Eating
Discomfort or difficulty when chewing food due to jaw strainJaw Locking
The jaw catches or locks in an open or closed positionEaraches
Pain in or around the ears caused by tension in the TMJDisrupted Sleep
Grinding sounds that disturb sleep for the patient or their partnerVisible Tooth Wear
Flattened, worn-down tooth surfaces from long-term grindingBruxism Treatment
Treatment for bruxism begins with a Custom Oral Appliance to protect the teeth from further damage. However, Dr. Krish goes beyond simple protection by using therapeutic TMJ devices that actively reshape the jaw over time.
These next-generation orthotic devices address the underlying cause of bruxism by bringing the jaw into proper alignment, reducing muscle tension, and allowing the temporomandibular joint to heal naturally.
Oral Appliance Protection
Custom-fitted guards to prevent tooth damageTherapeutic TMJ Device
Advanced orthotics for jaw reshaping and alignmentMuscle Relaxation
Techniques to reduce jaw muscle tension and strain
Start with a Simple TMJ and Sleep Screening
Do You Have TMJ?
Take our quick 2-minute assessment to find out if your symptoms may be related to TMJ disorder. Take TMJ Quiz
Sleep Apnea Risk?
Discover if your snoring, fatigue, or restless sleep could indicate sleep apnea with this brief screening. Take Sleep Quiz
Advanced Non Surgical Solutions
Combining proven techniques with innovative technology to deliver exceptional outcomes.
Snoring/Sleep Apnea
Millions of people suffer from sleep apnea and do not even know it. Snoring, fatigue, brain fog, and high blood pressure are often dismissed, but they may signal a serious breathing disorder that commonly goes undiagnosed. Learn how to recognize the signs and protect your long term health.
TMD Treatments
Jaw pain, headaches, clicking, and neck tension are frequently misdiagnosed or ignored. TMJ disorder affects more people than most realize, yet many live with symptoms for years without answers. Discover the hidden signs and find out if TMJ could be the cause.
Airway Dentistry
Address your smile and open your airway at the same time. Airway orthodontics can reshape the inside of your mouth to create more space to breathe freely, providing a full solution for your sleep apnea challenges.
Snoring Treatments
Fast, non-invasive and friendly way of increasing the quality of a patient’s sleep. The procedure is comfortable and you can resume your daily routine immediately afterwards.
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Oral Appliances
The preferred method of treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the CPAP machine. An alternative treatment is oral appliance therapy. One appliance looks like a mouth guard. Another dental device stabilizes the tongue.
"After years of chronic migraines and jaw pain, I finally found answers here. The team took the time to truly understand my condition. Three months into treatment, my headaches have virtually disappeared. I wish I had found them sooner."
"After years of chronic migraines and jaw pain, I finally found answers here. The team took the time to truly understand my condition. Three months into treatment, my headaches have virtually disappeared. I wish I had found them sooner."
