Throughout the day I notice that I am clenching my teeth together. I don't really realize that I am doing it for a few minutes and then my jaw starts to hurt. Does anybody have an input on why I'm doing this? Does this happen to anyone else?
I know this is a pretty common thing to happen at night but it only happens to me during the day...
2007-12-15 13:54:57 · 11 answers · asked by sweetmelissa214 2 in Health ➔ Dental
Stress..and by clenching your teeth you tighten the jaw muscles(too much) and they hurt or get sore. The very last thing you want to do is chew gum!! That will make your jaw worse. I would consult your dentist at your next exam and cleaning and let him or her know you are concerned. They will probably recommend you to sleep in a night guard or a bite splint..even yes...sometimes during the day. Good luck to you.
2007-12-15 14:07:21 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can try a "soft" night guard from the store, usually found in sporting goods stores for the use of boxers. A "hard" night guard is better but they are about $400 at the dentist and many insurance plans don't pay for them. You may want to get your TMJ (TMJ is the abbreviation for you joint, not a condition or disease as most people think) ck'd to make sure you don't have issues there, but it sounds like you are a classic grinder and you could do major damage to the nerves of your teeth if you don't get a night guard. If you clench/grind alot at work your Dr will suggest you wear it there too, but I never do, just at night. alot of people only where them when they notice they are stressed, but if you have already damaged the nerves you will be in pain b/f you know it. It 's best to wear it every night whether you think you are stressed or are grinding or not. Trust me, I've had the pain sneak up on me when I thought I wasn't grinding.
2016-03-16 00:50:54 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Teeth griding (Bruxism) is usually caused by stress and anxiety, though most do it in their sleep unknowingly.
Chronic teeth grinding causes loosening, fracturing, or loss of your teeth.
The chronic grinding may wear their teeth down to stumps. When these events happen, bridges, crowns, root canals, implants, partial dentures, and even complete dentures may be needed.
If stress is causing you to grind your teeth, ask your doctor or dentist about options to reduce your stress. Attending stress counseling, starting an exercise program, seeing a physical therapist or obtaining a prescription for muscle relaxants are among some of the options that may be offered.
2007-12-15 14:01:27 · answer #3 · answered by Miss M. 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
chew some gum! it seriously helps! or there are these clear things u put on ur teeth so during the day it wont hurt you if u start ckenching them. look for them! sorry i forgot what they are called! dont worry it is totaly normal! are u stressed? that can cause it. do something active (like sports or exercise) that can help get ur mind off things. good luck!!!
2007-12-15 13:57:56 · answer #4 · answered by summerof98 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
grinding of the teeth done during the day. Usually stress related.
2007-12-15 13:57:41 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is a sign of stress. Try more exercise. I do this when I am in deep thought, involved in a stressful activity etc... without knowing it! The best remedy is sleep and exercise and basically de-stress yourself.
2007-12-15 13:59:18 · answer #6 · answered by campustek 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You may have TMJ. Check this site out...http://www.entnet.org/healthinfo/topics/tmj.cfm
2007-12-15 14:04:23 · answer #7 · answered by Inferniorum 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do it sometimes deep thought>Think keep jaw relaxed > Chew gum>Breathe threw your mouth>smile> Keep teeth open a little>have fun>
2007-12-15 14:00:45 · answer #8 · answered by 45 auto 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do it too but then I have been diagnosed with TMJ. Check with your dentist.
2007-12-15 13:58:41 · answer #9 · answered by Tabonie 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My mom has that problem, and so does my aunt. I think it could be TMJ, becuase that what they have!
2007-12-15 13:58:08 · answer #10 · answered by p_hp_fan 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋