Avoid a TMJ Disorder by Getting Your Bite Guard

TMJ, or temporomandibular joints, allow you to move your lower jaw to open and close your mouth. Teeth grinding is a common contributor to TMJ disorders. Clenching and grinding puts added pressure on your teeth, on your joints, and on the muscle around those joints. Without relief, you can struggle with headaches, jaw soreness, and other pains. Your grinding can interfere with your sleep. You may also increase your risk of decay, gum disease, and other oral health issues.

When you visit us at Bautsch Family Dentistry, you benefit from our 40 years of experience restoring patients’ oral function. We’ll help you stop the grinding from harming your smile with a custom bruxism guard. You will wear it while you sleep, which is the most common time for teeth grinding or clenching. It is:

  • Custom-Made – By making a guard that fits your teeth, they are more comfortable to wear. As a result, you are more likely to use it.
  • Easy to Maintain – Since the guards are small, you can transport them easily when you travel. You clean it by brushing it with gentle soap each morning.
  • Simple & Effective – If you have ever worn a mouthguard for sports, you will understand how you use this. This guard keeps your jaw in a relaxed position and creates a barrier, so you can’t grind your teeth.

Call 281-612-6434 for an appointment to treat teeth grinding in Kingwood, TX. You can also request an appointment online.