- Hello Dental
Bruxism awareness week 2017
Approximately 8-10% percent of the population clench or grind their teeth. Signs and symptoms of clenching and grinding, also called bruxism are:
Teeth grinding or clenching, which may be loud enough to wake up your sleep partner
Sleep disruption
Teeth that are flattened, fractured, chipped or loose
Worn tooth enamel, exposing deeper layers of your tooth
Increased tooth pain or sensitivity
Tired or tight jaw muscles, or a locked jaw that won’t open or close completely
Jaw, neck or face pain or soreness
Pain that feels like an earache, though it’s not a problem with your ear
Dull headache starting in the temples
Damage from chewing on the inside of your cheek
Many people grind their teeth in sleep but some of them grind their teeth in day time also. Many of them are not aware of their bruxism. It is often a family members who sleep with you who are ones that will inform you about your bruxism as they are disturbed with the sound caused by your teeth grinding.

Treating Bruxism
It is important you see your dentist if you suffer from any of the different signs and symptoms of bruxism. We offer a free consultation to discuss available treatment for you as an individual at Hello Dental. This can range from a small comfortable mouth guard to wear at night or new technology such as the Cerezen ear plug which treats jaw pain and symptoms associated with teeth grinding and clenching. Call us today to make an appointment 01206 589777