Seattle Tacoma Bruxism Dentist
Simply put, bruxism is grinding teeth. Some people grind their teeth while they sleep and others do it all day long. It can annoy co-workers and spouses and often is hard to control.
What causes this?
Sometimes, it is a side effect to medication or “other” pharmaceuticals, but most often it is an indication of a bad bite. If a bite is not balanced, the brain is triggered to react. Muscles can only do one thing, and that is to contract. Over time there can be significant loss of tooth structure and even headaches from overuse of the muscles.
Using neuromuscular principles, Dr Timmerman can help. Many dentists offer a “night guard” to give people something ELSE to destroy, other than their teeth). Dr Timmerman believes that if the CAUSE of the bruxism (the imbalance) is deal with, the bruxism will cease. Neuromuscular principles allow this to be done predictably.
If you would like to know more, call 206-241-5533 and find out how Dr Timmerman can help!
October 18th, 2009 at 10:19 am
I agree completely, many studies have shown that wearing a teeth guard only masks the condition as it worsens.
If you catch Bruxism early enough then the treatment, whether by neuromuscular principles and training or by another method is relatively simple. If it is left then there is a increased possibility that the Bruxism will develop into TMJ or due to the chronic pain, lead to stress related illnesses and depression.
If you are a sufferer (Bruxer) seek treatment now. I wish I had acted earlier!