Grinding your teeth can create a steady buildup of wear and tear that leads to a visible effect on your smile. This not the only effect that this action can have. Bruxism, a term for a habit of clenching your jaw, can lead to recurring TMJ dysfunction (TMD). If this takes place, you may find yourself dealing with regular pains, including migraines, and stiffness in your neck and shoulders. Your ongoing teeth grinding can also do serious potential damages to teeth, and make restorative dental work necessary. If you feel you need help addressing the matter, talk to your dentist. They can provide valuable relief from a teeth grinding habit, and TMD. If you want to take care of existing flaws created by this problem, cosmetic dental work can help.
Dealing With Visible Wear And Tear On Your Teeth
If you have suffered from visible wear and tear due to teeth grinding, or if natural friction from biting and chewing has started to impact your appearance, cosmetic work can help. Many people who want to make their teeth look healthy and strong can have porcelain veneers placed. Veneers are able to hide those bothersome signs of friction, and make your smile look terrific. It should be noted that you should have a teeth grinding habit under control before you receive veneers, as you can damage them.
Addressing More Serious Harm Caused By Teeth Grinding
If you wind up with more significant chips or cracks in teeth because of teeth grinding, talk to your dentist about restorative care. In order to properly protect a damaged tooth, you may need a dental crown. Fortunately, it is possible to receive a life-like crown, and see an improvement to the look of your smile after this work is completed.
Talk To Allen Family Dental About Addressing Issues With Teeth Grinding
At Allen Family Dental, you can count on expert care to help you manage a teeth grinding problem. In addition to protecting your smile, your dentist can help you address existing issues by providing the appropriate cosmetic treatment. If you wish to set a consultation with Dr. Torrens-Parker or Dr. Lizardi, call Allen Family Dental in Allen, TX, today at (469) 342-6644. Located in Allen, we also proudly welcome patients from Frisco, Plano, McKinney, Fairview, and all surrounding areas.
