Bruxing

- Lower incisor edges are worn from grinding or clenching the teeth (usually while sleeping)
- All habits depend on the sensation elicited by the habit to trigger that part of the brain causing the habit action to start
- Intermittent retainer wear will be recommended after treatment to 'confuse' the habit by continually altering the sensation
- The Temporomandibular joints are not supposed to be loaded for more than 17 minutes per day
- Grinders and clenchers will typically do this destructive habit for many hours a day (usually while sleeping)
- Bruxing which is not managed may lead to TMD. Click here to learn more about TMD.