As you work to address your issues causing Bruxism, an effective solution for managing the symptoms and preventing the damage done by teeth grinding is to wear a nightguard. Also known as a dental splint or occlusal guard for teeth, it is essentially a removable, thin piece of molded plastic that forms a layer of protection between the arches of your teeth.
A nightguard works in a few ways. First, it functions as a shock absorber by distributing the weight of grinding and clenching at night. Additionally, it provides a softer cushion for a biting surface instead of grinding away the protective hard outer covering of your teeth’s enamel. Lastly, a nightguard therapeutically treats jaw disorders by relaxing the joints and de-programming the muscles to prevent extra movements that can cause tightness or inflammation