Bruxism Treatment in London – Protect Your Smile
Bruxism, or teeth grinding, can cause tooth wear, jaw pain, and disturbed sleep. At Attelia London, we provide expert diagnosis and treatment, including custom-fitted night guards, to protect your teeth and restore comfort, confidence, and healthy daily function.
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Prevents tooth wear and fractures
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Relieves jaw tension and discomfort
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Improves sleep quality
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Protects long-term oral health
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Custom night guard solutions
Halit Dervis
Clinic Manager | GDC: 301171
Do you grind your teeth?
Teeth grinding can silently damage teeth and jaws. Early diagnosis and treatment protect your smile and improve overall wellbeing.
What Is Bruxism?
Understanding Teeth Grinding
Bruxism is the involuntary grinding or clenching of teeth, often during sleep. It can result from stress, misaligned bites, or lifestyle factors. Left untreated, bruxism may cause tooth wear, fractures, jaw discomfort, headaches, and long-term oral health problems.
What Are the Symptoms and Causes of Bruxism?
Signs and Risk Factors
Symptoms of bruxism include tooth wear, jaw soreness, headaches, and disrupted sleep. Common causes are stress, anxiety, misaligned teeth, and certain lifestyle factors. Your dentist can identify the signs and recommend treatment.
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Noticeably worn or chipped teeth over time
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Frequent morning headaches or tension discomfort
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Persistent jaw stiffness or facial muscle pain
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Grinding or clenching sounds during sleep, often noticed by a partner
If you notice these symptoms, schedule a consultation promptly to prevent long-term damage to your teeth and jaw.
Treatment Options for Bruxism
Protecting Your Smile
Bruxism treatment often involves custom-made night guards, which prevent grinding and protect teeth while you sleep. Additional approaches may include stress management, orthodontic care, or lifestyle adjustments tailored to your individual needs.
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Custom-fitted night guards
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Stress reduction techniques
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Bite correction if required
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Lifestyle and habit changes
Early treatment prevents long-term problems such as tooth wear, fractures, and jaw dysfunction, making intervention essential for lasting oral and general health.
Impact on Teeth & Jaw
Consequences Explained
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Continuous grinding gradually erodes protective enamel.
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Cracks, chips, or fractures may start to appear.
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Jaw joints (TMJ) become strained and inflamed.
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Facial and jaw muscles fatigue and ache.
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Tooth sensitivity to hot or cold increases.
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Long-term oral health and comfort become compromised.
Untreated bruxism can cause tooth loss, gum recession, or chronic temporomandibular joint (TMJ) issues. Identifying and treating bruxism early protects not only your teeth but also your long-term oral and jaw health.
Lifestyle Advice for Bruxism
Everyday Prevention Tips
Managing bruxism involves combining relaxation techniques with healthy sleep routines and limiting stimulants such as caffeine or alcohol before bedtime. Gentle jaw exercises and mindfulness practices help reduce stress-related grinding.
Routine dental check-ups allow early detection of changes, enabling timely adjustments, protective devices, and ongoing support to safeguard both teeth and jaw health.
Bruxism Treatment Costs
What to Expect
Treatment cost depends on your needs, such as night guards, orthodontics, or supportive therapies. Your dentist provides a personalised plan.
FAQs About Bruxism
Common Patient Queries
Find answers to the most common questions patients ask about bruxism, teeth grinding, and night guard treatment.
