Teeth grinding and jaw pain

A 2021 survey by the American Dental Association’s Health Policy Institute showed that more than 70% of dentists noticed signs of teeth grinding and clenching in their patients, an increase of nearly 10% over the previous year. More than 60% of dentists noted that patients had problems with the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), including jaw ...Read More

Feb 01 2024

How can I stop grinding my teeth when I'm asleep?

My partner says it looks like I grind my teeth while I'm sleeping. How can I tell for sure, and what can I do about it? Nighttime teeth-grinding is common, but it can be difficult to detect this unconscious habit because you're, well, unconscious. If your sleep p ...Read More

Jul 11 2024