Did you know that the unpleasant sound of hearing someone grinding their teeth has been on the rise according to a recent study published in the Journal of Head & Face Medicine? The report suggests that people- adults and kids- faced with stress tend to cope by grinding their teeth while asleep. In addition, the Chicago Dental Society suggests that since the recession began in 2007, teeth grinding, or also known as bruxism, has been on the rise. Nearly 75% of dentists found that their patients reported increased stress over the past year, largely due to the economic recession.During stressful times, teeth grinding can be a nuisance that causes headaches and sleep problems. It can also cause long lasting problems for your teeth and gums, including chipped teeth, worn enamel, chronic pain, or even TMJ, a painful jaw disorder.
The first step of recovering from teeth grinding is noticing the problem. Unfortunately, 90% of individuals that are grinding or clenching their teeth while asleep are unaware of the activity. Symptoms of teeth grinding include:
- Sensitivity in the teeth
- Tightness or pain the the jaw
- Dull headaches, earaches, or facial pain
- Chipped, worn down, or loose teeth
An important thing to remember is that people frequently grind or clench their teeth in response to stress, and taking measures to reduce or eliminate stress can help solve the problem. However, if the teeth grinder in your house can't stop, schedule an appointment to see us by giving us a call at 918-455-0123. Our team at Thomas Family Dentistry can help!
God Bless,
DRT
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