Grinding teeth?!
Question: Hey,
I always grinded my teeth and my jaws were really sore
I got the gum shield thing and it was so much better
but now i have braces
and my jaws are killing me again!
What can i do?
Thanks
xx
Answers: Hey,
I always grinded my teeth and my jaws were really sore
I got the gum shield thing and it was so much better
but now i have braces
and my jaws are killing me again!
What can i do?
Thanks
xx
It seems to depend on why you're grinding your teeth. If it's a bite issue, that should be solved when your braces have done their job.
In the mean time, you can:
1. Open your mouth wide and massage both jaw joints, located near your ears.
2. Do some light exercise before sleeping to alleviate stress.
Hope this helps.
It may be time to investigate WHY you grind your teeth. I grind my teeth in my sleep and have braces, but recently found out that I do it as a reaction to an allergy.
A quick fix would be to go to your local store and grab a sport mouth guard. Heat it in some warm water and bite into a few times to help customize it to your teeth-- that will help it fit more comfortably. Also use Ibuprofen and heat packs to help with the discomfort.