Stress plays a big part in our lives. Good stress comes in the form of anticipating positive things. Someone might be planning a wedding and feel stressed to the max from all of the details of arranging the ultimate happy occasion. Another person may have a horrible work situation with a boss who seems determined to make their lives miserable. Money, family, relationshiop – there are so many reasons to carry around stress. When you have an overwhelming amount of tension, your nervous system is out of balance and creates physical responses. Conroe dentist, Dr. John M. Richards will speak more on a major dental health issue often caused by stress: bruxism, better known as teeth grinding.

The Bruxism Problem

Bruxism is the technical term for grinding and clenching of teeth that usually occurs at night but can occur during the day as well. Dental professionals believe in stress as a major cause of bruxism. A German research study linked patients with high incidents of sleep bruxism activity with higher levels of stress in work and in daily life. This was when compared to healthy adults without bruxism issues.

Dental Solutions with Customized Mouthguards

Patients who grind or clench their teeth will cause damage over time, wearing down the teeth and potentially weakening them to a breaking point. Bruxism can lead to tooth sensitivity or pain while chewing. Pressure put on the jaw can result in temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). Dr. Richards can help you with a customized mouthguard which fits like a glove and keeps you from grinding your teeth at night. Stress management and reducing or eliminating stress triggers in your life may also help.

Schedule a Consultation Today

At the Dental Centre of Conroe, we believe in providing the latest amenities and advanced technology to ensure every patient enjoys a comfortable experience. Whether you require cosmetic dentistry for an improved smile or dental prosthetics to replace lost teeth, we can help you and your family achieve beautiful, healthy smiles that last a lifetime. To schedule an appointment, call (936) 441-4600. We proudly service residents of Conroe, Willis, Montgomery, The Woodlands, Huntsville, and surrounding communities in the greater Houston area.