Natural Ways to Prevent Bruxism and Teeth Grinding

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warm compress can relax your muscles around the neck and jaw improving their blood circulation. Apply it for 15 to 20 minutes on each side of your jaw.

5. Maintain Sleeping Routine

Stay consistent with your sleeping routine and create a cozy environment in your room. This boosts your comfort and alleviates stress and anxiety.

Wearing a Night Guard For Bruxism

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Night guard for bruxism.

Night guards are dental devices that are placed inside the mouth. These are customized plastic dental trays offering a snug fit to your smile. They act as a barrier between the jaws and prevent them from meeting each other. Therefore, wearing a night guard in your mouth protects your smile throughout the night.

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Types of Night Guards

The following are the types of night guards offered to you depending on the severity of your dental condition:

  • Soft Night Guard

    A soft night guard is made of 3 mm EVA plastic material specifically used for mild to moderate teeth grinding.

  • Hard Night Guard

    This type of night guard is made of 2mm PTEG material and is used for severe teeth grinding. It is made of a hard material that keeps your jaws in place.

  • Hybrid Night Guard

    The hybrid night guard considers your comfort and protection with a soft interior and hard exterior.

Benefits of Wearing a Night Guard

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A girl holding a night guard

Wearing a night guard to avoid bruxism offers the following benefits:

  • Avoids Dental Damage

    Clenching and grinding your smile can lead to dental damage such as broken or chipped teeth. This also makes your teeth sensitive by damaging the enamel layer on your teeth. Wearing a night guard keeps your jaws and teeth protected and prevents damaging your perfect smile.

  • TMJ Relief

    When you wear a night guard, it keeps your jaws in place and releases stress on the jaw points. This offer decreases TMJ pain and discomfort from your jaws.

  • Customized Fit

    When it comes to wearing a dental product comfort plays an important role. Night guards are customized according to the size of your mouth to fit perfectly. This prevents irritating your gums and boosts comfort throughout the night.

  • Avoids Headache

    Experiencing severe headaches is a common symptom of bruxism and teeth grinding. With the help of a night guard, you can prevent grinding teeth, which further helps in avoiding severe headaches.

  • Improves Sleep Quality

    Teeth grinding and bruxism can cause pain and discomfort in your jaw muscles which disturbs your sleep quality. Wearing a night guard does not compromise your sleep by avoiding grinding and clenching.

How To Keep Your Night Guard Maintained?

Consider the following tips for keeping your night guard maintained:

  • Daily Cleaning

    Ensure daily cleaning of your night guard to keep it hygienic. Rinse your night guard before putting it in your mouth to make sure no dust particles remain on the surface. Repeat the process after removing it to prepare it for the next use.

    You can also use a soft-bristled toothbrush and gently clean your night guard. This will help your dental product avoid staining and bad odor and keep it fresh.

  • Proper Storage

    Storing a night guard plays a crucial role as once you remove your night guard, getting a storage case can help secure your night guard. Rinse it under water, let it dry, and store it inside a plastic case.

  • Avoiding Biting on Them

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    A girl putting on a night guard in the mouth

    Biting or chewing with your night guard on is strictly prohibited. As they are made of plastic material, they might get damaged when you bite on them. Therefore, have your meal and then put it in your mouth to prevent harming your gums, tongue, and night guard.

  • Inspect Damage

    Keep inspecting your night guard. If it has a slight wear and tear it might lose its effectiveness and can cause damage to your mouth. Get it replaced or contact your dentist as early as possible.

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ALIGNERCO offers custom-fit night guards made from durable material in the following steps:

1. Make an order for your customized night guard. We will deliver the ALIGNERCO at-home impression kit to your doorstep.

2. The impression kit comes with a guide that helps you create your smile impressions at home.

3. Once you are done with the procedure, send your impressions back to us.

4. Receive your custom-fit night guards at your doorstep and wear them to prevent bruxism and teeth grinding while sleeping.

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To sum it up, a person experiencing bruxism and teeth grinding should get it treated. If not, it can lead to severe dental health issues such as chipped or cracked teeth. You can avoid teeth grinding naturally by managing stress levels, jaw exercises, or using a warm compress. Other than these natural ways, you can wear a night guard in your mouth. This works as a cushion between your jaws and prevents bruxism and teeth grinding at night. Protect your smile by wearing ALIGNERCO’s customized night guards throughout the night.

FAQs

1. Can a night guard stop bruxism?

Yes! A night guard can stop bruxism by acting as a cushion and barrier between the jaws at nighttime.

2. How can I fix bruxism naturally?

Multiple ways can help you fix bruxism naturally, for instance, jaw exercises, staying hydrated, and maintaining sleep patterns at night.

3. How to relax your jaw at night?

Keep a warm cloth on each side of your face that relaxes your jaw and prevents bruxism and teeth grinding at night.

4. What is the tongue position for grinding teeth?

Tongue exercises such as placing the tip of your tongue at the upper palate for a few minutes can help you avoid teeth grinding at night.

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