Grind (Bruxism) Guard
Bruxism is the term that refers to grinding and clenching of the teeth. Bruxers(persons with bruxism) are often unaware that they have developed this habit, and often do not know that treatment is available until damage to the mouth and teeth has been done. Damage caused by bruxism includes the following symptoms.
- Abraded Teeth
- Facial Pain
- Oversensitive Teeth
- Tense Facial and Jaw Muscles
- Headaches
- Dislocation of the Teeth
- Damage to the Enamel
- Damage in the Temporomandibular Joint(TMJ)
- Tongue Indentations
- Bone loss
Bruxism is sometimes caused by excessive stress and affects persons with nervous tension such as anger, pain, frustration and persons with aggressive/competitive tendencies.
If a person presents with signs/symptoms of bruxism, we are able to make a custom mouthguard which will help to prevent future damage to the teeth.
Denture Specialists
Walter Assmus, DD, FCADRegistered Dental Hygienist
Lorraine Foster, RDHRegistered Dental Hygienist
Charlotte Wright, RDHContact
Richmond Denture & Implant Centre
#280, 5255 Richmond Rd SW Calgary
T3E 7C4
Next to London Drugs
Corner of Sarcee and Richmond Road
Phone: 403.217.5666
Fax: 403.217.5669
Email: rdic@shaw.ca