How to Stop Grinding Teeth

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Tips to help you stop grinding teeth...

• Have your occlusion checked
Occlusion is the way your upper and lower teeth fit together.

Try this: slowly close your mouth. Your teeth should hit evenly and at the same time. If you notice one place hitting first or harder than the others your occlusion could be off. Occlusion can be very slighly off....so slightly that you can't tell without having it checked by a dentist.

If your occlusion is not right, you will subconsciously try to force your teeth to "fit" together by clenching or grinding. Occlusion that is just slightly off can be easily fixed by having your bite adjusted.


• Control stress
Stress is a major cause of clenching and grinding. Pay attention to situations that cause you stress. Do what you can to avoid those things or make them easier. Controlling stress will help you stop grinding your teeth and improve your life.
• Relieve Stress
we can't get rid of all our stress, so... find activities that help you relieve the stress of the day. Outdoor exercise is ideal. You'll feel more relaxed after a work out and fresh air makes you happy:)
• Avoid caffiene and alcohol
Both caffiene and alchohol can make you clench or grind your teeth.
• Relax before bedtime
Allow some time to relax and unwind before going to bed. Avoid working out right before bedtime.



• Use your tongue
Place your tongue between your upper and lower teeth. This is a temporary distraction and not a permanent solution:)
• Use moist heat therapy
Use moist heat on your jaw muscles to relax them before bedtime.

If you still can't stop, a teeth grinding guard is needed.

If you need one, invest in a comfortable night guard and don't forget to wear it:)

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