Grinding Teeth (Bruxism) - A Major Cause of Gum Recession

#Bruxism , or #GrindingTeeth is one of the major causes of gum recession. This condition is also known as #tmj Grinding teeth at night can cause the teeth to shift, move and become more likely to recede.

When you clench or grind your teeth, you put pressure on the blood vessels that supply nourishment to the gum tissue and the bone. This causes it to become more fragile and makes the teeth more susceptible to recession or loss.

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS OF BRUXISM?

Age – it is common in younger children but they will usually grow out
of it by maturity.

Personality – Anger and frustration as well as aggressive,
competitive or overactive personalities may increase the
chance of grinding teeth.

Medications - Medications, such as some anti-depressants, caffeine,
alcohol, smoking or recreational drugs can increase your risk
of bruxism.

Stress – Increased apprehension or worry can lead to teeth grinding.
Also, anger and frustration.

Genetics - Surprisingly, bruxism can occur in families. If you have it,
other family members may also have it or have had it in the
past.

Other Causes – It can even be linked with several medical and
mental health conditions like dementia, gastro esophageal
reflux disorder (GERD), epilepsy, night terrors, Parkinson's
disease and ADHD.

HOW TO PREVENT DAMAGE FROM GRINDING TEETH?

1. Get a mouth guard/night guard, this minimized the damaging
forces from grinding.
2. Occlusal Adjustment. This is reshaping the teeth which also
minimized the damage from bruxism
3. Eliminate grinding triggers. This option is best exercised through
stress therapy and changing habits that might contribute to
Bruxism.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU HAVE GUM RECESSION?

The Pinhole Gum Rejuvenation Technique is an excellent option for treating gum recession. It is generally pain-free and lasts a lifetime.

Click below for more information about The Pinhole Technique.

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Southfield, MI 48034
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[shannon.schultz]

Ok so I have extreme anxiety. At work I get so stressed I clench the whole time. I just got back from work today and my jaw and teeth hurt so bad and it feels like I'm not getting any circulation at all and feels like my teeth are going to fall out. I read the ebook and did the technique where you breath out longer then breathing in, and in a few minutes my gums and jaw started tingling and getting blood flow back. I'll be doing this 3x a day. Thank you very much.

[crittervan]

Thank you Dr. Nemeth. I was diagnosed with bruxism 2 years ago and have gum recession as a result. I could never visualize how the connection was made until now.

[UHFStation]

I sincerely hope tooth regenerate is accomplished in my life time. Tired of the itchy ache sensation from all the fillings up to now. Teeth are not built to last.

[Chelsea-ppzb]

You are amazing. Thanks for being an actual doctor. Because our mouth is our body and we need to look into it all.

[scottsdaledentistprincessc]

Great explanation of grinding and the affects is has on our oral health

[katherinegoodacre]

Thank You for what you do!!
Knowledge is so Important!!

[stefaniedonauartisanobject]

The only long term solution is that sufferers of bruxism learn to keep the tongue on the roof of the mouth, pressing upwards against the palate, with the teeth only slightly touching. This has to be the permanent default position the tongue should be in. Thus forcing the maxilla upwards and in place and reducing the need for clenching the jaws. It's the only thing that helped me long term. Correct tongue posture will also help keep the face from lengthening, which is a common result of orthodontics.

[ds]

I'm a bruxer, and have a mouth guard. It helps, but I still get tension headaches daily. Should I see a TMJ doctor or a periodontist?

[salprieto]

I always have dreams about my teeth falling out, where I'm holding out my hand catching my teeth or spitting out my teeth. Where I jiggle one tooth and it comes out, then I try and hide for no on can see me

[rienne]

Very informative video! Thank you Dr. Nemeth..I think I have this issue because of my genetics. Can you recommend a mouthguard or night guard?

[minthuko]

Me exactly!! I clenching teeth throughout my whole life and my gum recession is extreme. Now I m with braces on from orthodontist. After that I'm planning for pinhole gum recession surgery.

[DLoyaL]

are you christopher walkens long lost brother

[dannyboydeluxfromthebigitybay]

Holy crap this all makes sense to me now. I need some help

[jammerztnajpw]

I grind my teeth at night, my mom heard me doing it.. I might need a mouthguard and it’s because I think about loosing friends a lot..and also school causes me tons of stress. So yeah. Any advice?

[superman]

thnx a lot Neva knew it cud be this bar

[theunderdogrubby]

My mom that thought I was just playing around but I find out that I do this more in daylight and I don’t know about nice time but I will go to my doctor soon thanks again for the help and I love you idea it really helps me a lot so thank you very very 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[ameliagarcia]

Dr.i wanna ask what medicine or home remedies should take for dry mouth and lips also loss taste thank you Dr...

[letylaughz]

Normally when I'm awake and I'm focusing on something I clench my teeth and have like a suction between my cheek and teeth. When I open my mouth the suction releases and my cheeks have this line. Is that the same as this??

[GINGERMYALE]

My teeth are all moveable due to clentching and grinding since a child. Just got a teeth guard.

[tropikiki]

Can you get a mouth hairs with braces?