Commonly known as teeth grinding, bruxism is a sleep disorder often observed in people suffering from anxiety or experiencing intense stress. This condition can lead to significant dysfunction of the jaw. In addition to harming your dental health, it may be accompanied by headaches, jaw pain, and a disturbing noise for your sleeping partner!
Symptoms
- Unrestorative sleep
- Chronic fatigue and frequent drowsiness
- Jaw and/or temple pain upon waking
- Headaches
- Ear pain
- Sensitive teeth
Causes
- Often linked to sleep apnea
- Periods of stress
- Anxiety
- Tobacco or alcohol consumption
- Neurological disorders
- Jaw or dental malformations
Diagnosis and Treatment
Since this condition occurs during sleep, it can sometimes be difficult to diagnose. The best way to identify it is by spending a night in our sleep laboratory! Our equipment is designed to detect bruxism while you sleep.
If you believe you suffer from this sleep disorder, do not hesitate to speak with your dentist or contact us for more information.
