Teeth Grinding & Jaw Clenching Treatment
Grinding Your Teeth While You Sleep? You’re Not Alone!
Do you wake up with jaw pain, headaches, or sensitive teeth? You may be suffering from sleep bruxism, a condition where you unknowingly grind or clench your teeth while sleeping.
📌 If left untreated, bruxism can lead to:
❌ Worn-down or cracked teeth
❌ Chronic headaches & jaw pain
❌ TMJ disorder (Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction)
❌ Degenerative Joint Disease
❌ Neck & shoulder tension
❌ Poor sleep quality & fatigue
💡 The good news? There are simple, effective ways to stop the damage and protect your smile!
What is Sleep Bruxism?
Sleep bruxism is an unconscious habit of grinding or clenching the teeth while sleeping. It affects 10-15% of adults and can be caused by:
✔ Stress & Anxiety – Emotional tension can trigger jaw clenching.
✔ Sleep Disorders (Like Sleep Apnea) – Bruxism is often linked to disrupted breathing.
✔ Misaligned Bite (Malocclusion) – Jaw positioning issues can increase grinding.
✔ Medications & Lifestyle Factors – Certain antidepressants, caffeine, and alcohol can contribute to bruxism.
💡 Not sure if you have bruxism? Schedule an Evaluation to find out!
Common Signs & Symptoms of Bruxism
Waking up with jaw pain or soreness
🔹 Clicking or popping sounds when moving your jaw
🔹 Frequent morning headaches
🔹 Increased tooth sensitivity
🔹Fractured teeth
🔹 Tight, tired, or tense jaw muscles
🔹 Noticed by a sleep partner (loud grinding sounds)
📌 The sooner bruxism is treated, the less damage it causes to your teeth and jaw.
How is Sleep Bruxism Treated?
Custom Night Guards (Occlusal Splints)
✔ Worn at night to prevent teeth from touching
✔ Reduces jaw strain & protects enamel
✔ Custom-fitted for comfort (not bulky like store-bought guards)
Botox for Jaw Clenching & Bruxism
✔ Relaxes overactive jaw muscles to reduce tension
✔ Prevents severe clenching & headaches
✔ Minimally invasive, long-lasting relief
Bite & Jaw Alignment Therapy
✔ Addresses underlying jaw misalignment
✔ Adjusts bite positioning to prevent bruxism
✔ Improves long-term jaw function & comfort
Lifestyle & Stress Management
✔ Mindfulness & relaxation techniques to reduce nighttime clenching
✔ Sleep position adjustments to relieve jaw pressure
✔ Nutritional & hydration guidance (dehydration can worsen bruxism!)
Not sure which treatment is right for you?
You’re in the right place!
Sleep Advantage is now Regenerative Sleep & TMJ!
Same great care, same team, just a new name that reflects everything we do.
📍 Redmond patients — no changes here! You've always been part of the Regenerative family.