Bruxism – Teeth Grinding

Bruxism is the clinical name for clenching or grinding your teeth. This can be done during the day while you are wide-awake or during the night when you are sound asleep. Either way the grinding or clenching is done unconsciously. In most cases, the nighttime bruxism is seen in children while in adults the daytime one is most prevalent.

In most cases, this can be mild, however, it can lead to many different illnesses, and disorders such as headaches, jaw disorders, and of course damaged teeth. The problem is that if you are doing this during the time you are asleep, you do not know this is occurring, so it goes undiagnosed.

Symptoms of bruxism include:
Teeth grinding
Flattened or chipped teeth
Enamel missing exposing the inside of the tooth
Tooth sensitivity
Jaw pain
Tightness in the jaw muscles
Earache
Headache
Facial pain
The tissues of the cheek are often chewed

Regular exams by your dentist may be the best way to learn if you have condition, however, there is one home remedy that may aid in teeth grinding or clenching of the muscle while you are sleeping.

Since, stress can bring on the symptoms of Bruxim, relieving stress is one way to combat the problem.

Prior to retiring in the evening, you can use some inexpensive methods to help you relax and relieve stress. The number one way is to create a sleep environment. You can easily do this by removing all items from your bedroom that keep you awake or keep your mind on other things such as computers and televisions. The next thing you will want to invest in is a table top water fountain or sound conditioner such as a white noise machine.

One of the most popular table top water fountains is the Riverbed Fountain. This unique fountain will create a paradise with river rocks, light, sound, and touch that will awaken your senses and allow you to rid your body of stress before going to bed at night. The fountain provides your body with a calming effect that will allow stress to drift away, so you will sleep better and hopefully not grind your teeth.