Stop The Grind: You Might Be Causing Tooth Sensitivity
THE DAILY GRIND
IS WEARING YOUR
ENAMEL DOWN
Bruxism (tooth grinding) is a common condition that wears away the tooth enamel and leads to sensitivity. People who grind their teeth may be unaware of the habit because it typically occurs while they sleep.
CAUSES
STRESS & ANXIETY
SLEEP DISORDERS
CROOKED TEETH & ABNORMAL BITE
CERTAIN MEDICATIONS
SYMPTOMPS
Worn-out enamel, leading to tooth sensitivity
Headache
A grinding sound at night, sometimes loud enough to wake your partner
Stiffness in neck and shoulder muscles
Pain in the jaws and the joint in front of your ears (i.e. Temporomandibular Joint)
Teeth losing their contour and appearing flattened
Severe grinding can cause loosening and loss of teeth
