• Vivos Therapeutics Inc , which makes oral appliances for treating breathing-related sleep disorders, has expanded its portfolio with the addition of complementary, lower-cost products for treating conditions associated with obstructive sleep apnea. (sleepreviewmag.com)
  • Sleep-Related Movement Disorders In A Population Of Patients With Epilepsy: Prevalence And Impact Of Restless Legs Syndrome And Sleep Bruxism. (medindia.net)
  • For respiratory indications, PSG is a standard indication for obstructive sleep apnea evaluation, following adenotonsillectomy for obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS), craniofacial anomalies that disrupt the upper airway, and neurological disorders (trisomy 21, Prader-Willi syndrome, and myelomeningocele). (medscape.com)
  • Guideline recommendations are present for use of PSG in the assessment of congenital central alveolar hypoventilation syndrome, sleep-related hypoventilation related to neuromuscular disorders or chest wall deformities, and selected cases of primary sleep apnea of infancy. (medscape.com)
  • SomnoMed is a public company providing diagnostic and treatment solutions for Sleep-related Breathing Disorders including obstructive sleep apnea, snoring and bruxism. (marketscreener.com)
  • Our doctors are highly trained in treating patients with TMJ disorders suffering from migraines. (glenparkdental.com)
  • Per recent classification of sleep disorders, bruxism is defined as a sleep-related movement disorder. (medscape.com)
  • These two problems are collectively referred to as bruxism and are associated with symptoms such as headache, tooth wear, jaw disorders and hypertrophy of mastication muscles. (somnowell.com)
  • Bruxism is closely associated with migraines, headaches, temporomandibular disorders (TMD), and orofacial pain in the head and neck. (somnowell.com)
  • Bruxism is often linked to TMJ disorders, which is a problem with your temporomandibular joint. (eastportdental.com)
  • According to the Mayo Clinic, people who clench or grind their teeth during sleep are more likely to have other sleep disorders, such as snoring and pauses in breathing (sleep apnea). (davincidentistry.com)
  • While general practitioners (GPs) can be helpful in some situations, they are not experts in treating sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, chronic insomnia, and so on. (bestpillowsleepers.com)
  • While insomnia is a type of sleep disorder where the patient is unable to fall or stay asleep, hypersomnia is a group of sleep disorders that cause a patient to feel excessively sleepy. (gardensdentist.com)
  • BACKGROUND: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and arterial hypertension (AH) are closely linked disorders with common pathophysiological features. (bvsalud.org)
  • Patients suffering from the same are likely to have developed other sleep disorders such as sleep apnea. (drtognotti.com)
  • The treatment also corrects airway issues such as sleep apnea, tongue thrusting, mouth breathing, bruxism, and TMJ disorders. (dentistdelmar.com)
  • These problems include TMJ or Temporomandibular Joint disorder, common snoring, sleep apnea, and teeth grinding (bruxism). (buyamag.com)
  • Snoring may be a sign of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). (medindia.net)
  • Retrieved on Sep 26, 2023 from https://www.medindia.net/patients/patientinfo/what-causes-snoring-and-treatment.htm. (medindia.net)
  • If you have a sleep disorder, such as snoring or sleep apnea, you are more likely to suffer from bruxism. (doctorwaynesuway.com)
  • Also, Dr. Longa and Dr. Dickerson work with local sleep physicians to treat patients with sleep apnea and snoring. (glenparkdental.com)
  • Snoring and obstructive sleep apnea are successfully treated as part of dental treatment. (drbede.com)
  • The device is worn during sleep and provides better sleep quality for people suffering from snoring and obstructive sleep apnea, as well as for their partner. (drbede.com)
  • Homeopathy addresses snoring by targeting issues like congestion, allergies, weight, and sleep apnea. (doctorbhatia.com)
  • Find out if you may be suitable for the Somnowell device for snoring and sleep apnoea. (somnowell.com)
  • Snoring can be an annoyance but also can be a warning sign of something more serious, such as Chronic Obstructive Sleep Apnea, a disorder characterized by abnormal pauses in breathing during sleep. (drkhull.com)
  • if the patient is only concerned about treatment for snoring, a dentist can be consulted without a prescription). (drkhull.com)
  • Snoring and sleep apnea are two of the most common sleep problems in the US, and they prevent about 90 million people (as well as their partners! (tallydentalpros.com)
  • Using a custom-made oral appliance, Dr. Barocio can help a patient stop snoring, overcome sleep apnea, and wake up every single day feeling energized and ready to go. (tallydentalpros.com)
  • How Can a Dentist Treat Snoring/Sleep Apnea? (tallydentalpros.com)
  • Physically, snoring and sleep apnea often have the same root cause: an obstructed airway. (tallydentalpros.com)
  • however, not all snoring is a result of a sleep apnea diagnosis. (heightsdc.com)
  • Other signs are a small jaw, a tongue with scalloped edges, or redness in the throat (caused by excessive snoring, which is another symptom of sleep apnea). (heightsdc.com)
  • The oral appliances for treating sleep apnea, bruxism, and snoring are specially designed for that purpose. (aafesleep.com)
  • A prospective clinical study was done at the University of Brasilia with a sample of 22 children aged 4 to 10 years who complained of difficulty breathing during sleep, snoring, restless sleep and obstructive sleep apnea. (bvsalud.org)
  • They include snoring, upper airway resistance syndrome (UARS), and obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome (OSAHS) in its most severe form. (bvsalud.org)
  • glutamine transaminase in non-obese men with obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome. (cdc.gov)
  • Therefore, this study aims to conduct a narrative review of the literature about bruxism in children and adolescents with Down syndrome to identify the prevalence, risk factors, and possible treatments of this disorder. (nih.gov)
  • The behavior also can develop in individuals who suffer from a bite misalignment or as a consequence of a sleep breathing disorder such as obstructive sleep apnea. (glenparkdental.com)
  • Bruxism also can lead to misaligned bite, jaw dysfunction, and other problems including temporomandibular disorder (TMJ), which can lead to significant pain in the neck, head, and shoulders, as well as headaches of migraine-like intensity. (glenparkdental.com)
  • A systematic review by Kuang et al found that sleep bruxism is more common in adults with sleep-related gastroesophageal reflux disease, restless leg syndrome, periodic limb movement during sleep, obstructive sleep apnea, REM behavior disorder, and sleep-related epilepsy than in the general population. (medscape.com)
  • Bruxism is generally a temporary disorder that can be set off during times of stress, though there are some other reasons as well such as sleep apnea or a deficiency in vitamin D. (cooleysmileseverett.com)
  • Sleep apnea itself is a sleep-related breathing disorder, where there is difficulty breathing during sleep. (gardensdentist.com)
  • Sleep apnea is a common disorder in which patients have one or more pauses in breathing or shallow breaths during sleep. (aafesleep.com)
  • People who have sleep bruxism may also suffer from headaches, earaches, facial/jaw pain, TMJ disorder and damaged teeth. (aafesleep.com)
  • The term sleep bruxism is a sleep-related disorder during which the person clenches his/her teeth during sleep. (drtognotti.com)
  • TeethNightGuard.com Supplies Relief with Affordable Teeth Grinding Mouth Guard Bruxism, the clinical term for. (dentistrytoday.com)
  • Patients can look forward to effective treatment plans that address both minor and complex dental problems, including teeth grinding and related conditions. (doctorwaynesuway.com)
  • Teeth grinding is also called bruxism. (parischildrensdentistry.com)
  • Bruxism, also referred to teeth grinding, occurs when the upper jaw rubs both sets of teeth together. (somnowell.com)
  • Bruxism is a term which is used to describe teeth grinding which happens at night. (somnowell.com)
  • Reducing stress is one way to stop teeth grinding (also called bruxism). (somnowell.com)
  • These situations can all add stress to one's life, and stress can manifest itself physically in many ways, including unconscious teeth grinding and clenching which is known as bruxism. (davincidentistry.com)
  • If you suffer from bruxism (teeth grinding), we may also recommend a night guard. (graniteviewdentist.com)
  • The first sign of sleep apnea is often teeth grinding (bruxism). (heightsdc.com)
  • Certain medications can impact behavior during sleep, and bruxism can be an unwanted side effect. (doctorwaynesuway.com)
  • This behavior is known clinically as bruxism and it can cause significant damage to your teeth, mouth, and jaw joints. (glenparkdental.com)
  • While some individuals grind their teeth during the day, many patients with bruxism exhibit the behavior while they sleep. (glenparkdental.com)
  • A patient with bruxism may engage in the behavior daily, several times a day or with less frequency. (glenparkdental.com)
  • Behavior that occurs during the day is termed awake or diurnal bruxism and can consist of semi-voluntary clenching or lateral tooth grinding movement. (medscape.com)
  • Bruxism is also considered a natural behavior that stimulates salivation during sleep. (medscape.com)
  • One experimental study involving induction of esophageal acidification has shown that bruxism episodes increase with acid stimulation, suggesting that reflux may cause bruxing behavior in individuals with this stomach abnormality. (medscape.com)
  • Because bruxism is an unconscious behavior, those who grind or clench their teeth while sleeping do not know they are doing it. (davincidentistry.com)
  • Treatment for mild-to-moderate sleep apnea may involve behavior therapy (avoiding alcohol, weight loss), medication which reduces blood PH and encourages respiration, or a CPAP machine (which keeps the airway open with positive air flow into the throat). (drkhull.com)
  • Sleep bruxism (SB) is a sleep-related behavior characterized as rhythmic (phasic) or non-rhythmic (tonic) masticatory muscle activity. (bvsalud.org)
  • Correlation Between Sleep Electroencephalogram, Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor, AVPR1B Gene Polymorphism, and Suicidal Behavior in Patients with Depression. (cdc.gov)
  • The acquisition of the patents and product rights further enhances Vivos' existing intellectual property and technology base, enabling Vivos to provide new, complementary products to many OSA patients who experience pain, discomfort, headaches, tooth loss, and other symptoms associated with TMD and bruxism, according to a press release by Vivos. (sleepreviewmag.com)
  • In addition, the acquisition will provide Vivos providers with an additional treatment option for patients who do not have obstructive sleep apnea but suffer from jaw pain, headaches, and daytime fatigue. (sleepreviewmag.com)
  • If you often wake with pain in your jaw, neck or headaches, you may suffer from bruxism. (eastportdental.com)
  • Patients often wake up with headaches, jaw/facial pain or even earaches. (drkhull.com)
  • His team is comprised of dentistry professionals who are committed to providing unmatched patient care at his Atlanta office. (doctorwaynesuway.com)
  • Here at Paris Children's Dentistry, we are dedicated to helping our young patients who grind their teeth. (parischildrensdentistry.com)
  • We see patients of all ages and provide comprehensive dental options including cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, implants and more. (glenparkdental.com)
  • At DaVinci Dentistry, we can help with bruxism. (davincidentistry.com)
  • Solutions for sleep apnea are available at Quasha Dentistry in Palm Beach Gardens and the surrounding area. (gardensdentist.com)
  • Quasha Dentistry can conduct a thorough oral examination to determine whether or not a patient has sleep apnea. (gardensdentist.com)
  • Orthodontic splints are devices that are used when patients suffer from certain types of dental problems. (buyamag.com)
  • The American Dental Association recently completed a study that found that as many as 15 percent of adults in the nation deal with some form of bruxism. (glenparkdental.com)
  • Sleep apnea doesn't just affect adults - it also affects children! (drkhull.com)
  • Children may also exhibit different symptoms of sleep apnea than adults. (gardensdentist.com)
  • High flow nasal cannula therapy for obstructive sleep apnea in adults. (cdc.gov)
  • 60% of all bruxism cases are related to underlying airway issues including sleep apnea. (aafesleep.com)
  • Bruxism is a condition in which patients grind or clench their teeth. (drbede.com)
  • It is known, however, that increased anxiety or stress is one of the risk factors that can lead to bruxism. (davincidentistry.com)
  • What we already know about Bruxism is that it can be brought on by stress and anxiety, but it is also known that patients with Sleep Apnea often have anxiety and even depression from lack of sleep, which in turn escalates the grinding at night. (drkhull.com)
  • Will More Sleep Apnea Patients Turn to Oral Appliance Therapy in the Wake of the Philips CPAP Recall? (sleepreviewmag.com)
  • Supporting independent clinical research, continuous innovation and instituting medical manufacturing standards has resulted in SomnoDent ® becoming the state-of-the-art and clinically proven medical oral appliance therapy for obstructive sleep apnea. (marketscreener.com)
  • Patients are advised to place the appliance in the oral cavity before going to bed to get used to the new position of the lower jaw. (drbede.com)
  • With a prescription** from a physician, your general dentist can fabricate an oral appliance (the prescription is needed because sleep apnea is a medical condition). (drkhull.com)
  • Dr. Barocio can give a patient dealing with these issues a custom-made appliance to wear to bed that fits over their teeth and slightly shifts their lower jaw forward. (tallydentalpros.com)
  • Many authorities recommend routine assessment for sleep apnea after oral appliance therapy has been applied. (aafesleep.com)
  • Sleep apnea is a condition that dentists are qualified to treat using oral appliance therapy. (usdentistsdirectory.com)
  • In fact, 3 out of 4 doctors considered oral appliance therapy administered by dentists to be a suitable alternative to CPAP as a treatment for sleep apnea. (usdentistsdirectory.com)
  • Patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have a release of stress hormones to rouse them just enough to take a breath. (cooleysmileseverett.com)
  • These same stress hormones that are released in patients with OSA can then be a set off to the act of clenching or grinding while you sleep. (cooleysmileseverett.com)
  • If you are in Meridian, ID or the surrounding area and suffer from bruxism or are concerned about the wear on your teeth from clenching during times of stress, be sure to contact our office to schedule an appointment. (mcmillanfamilydental.com)
  • Sleep apnea can be an underlying cause of parasomnias, since intermittently losing breath inevitably puts stress on the body. (gardensdentist.com)
  • Dr. Wayne G. Suway offers comprehensive treatment of bruxism for patients in Cumberland , Marietta , Smyrna and the surrounding communities to help you get a better night's sleep while protecting your teeth. (doctorwaynesuway.com)
  • If you never feel rested after a night's sleep, bruxism could be to blame. (eastportdental.com)
  • If you are still tired after a full night's sleep, you could be suffering from sleep apnea. (davincidentistry.com)
  • The clinical signs associated with tonic-clonic convulsions are quite distinctive and can be disconcerting to dental personnel when confronted with the situation while the patient is in the dental chair. (medscape.com)
  • Knowing the clinical signs and symptoms of a stroke is important in managing older patients with longstanding cardiovascular disease. (medscape.com)
  • When it comes to managing the care of a patient receiving conscious sedation/analgesia during a short-term therapeutic, diagnostic, or surgical procedure, this easy-to-follow book is an ideal clinical reference. (americasdentalbookstore.com)
  • For example, while short-term use of dopamine precursors such as L-dopa inhibits bruxism, long-term use of the L-dopa increases bruxism. (medscape.com)
  • Age, for instance, increases one's chance of developing sleep apnea. (gardensdentist.com)
  • This filtering process does not take place when a patient breathes through the mouth, which increases their risk of developing asthma and allergies. (dentistdelmar.com)
  • Denturism is defined as the practice by denturists of examining oral health, planning treatment, making artificial dentures including other removable oral appliances and fitting them to patients. (wikipedia.org)
  • They can also work independently in their own clinic with patients providing appropriate management and treatment of dentures and other oral appliances. (wikipedia.org)
  • Finally, given the paucity of studies on the management of bruxism in this population, it was not possible to outline a standard protocol for the non-invasive treatment of cases in which an observational approach is not sufficient. (nih.gov)
  • Preventive treatment during this time consisted of homeopathic medicines in 98% of cases (mean=2.6 medicines/patient). (researchgate.net)
  • Patient-focused treatment means treating bruxism in the individual, rather than using a blanket approach. (doctorwaynesuway.com)
  • Diagnosing bruxism is only one part of your overall treatment plan when you trust Dr. Suway with your oral healthcare. (doctorwaynesuway.com)
  • A neurovascular accident (stroke) is often fatal but may be precipitated by multiple non-life-threatening events that if identified, can reduce the risk of an acute and serious outcome when the patient is in dental treatment. (medscape.com)
  • A thorough history of possible patient symptoms prior to treatment may provide useful information regarding the possibility of an impending major event during treatment, as several TIAs occurring close together often precede a major stroke. (medscape.com)
  • SomnoDent ® is the most comfortable and effective design and treatment solution for over 100,000 patients in 22 countries. (marketscreener.com)
  • Evidence-based management of bruxism is hampered by the limited number of randomized controlled studies available for assessing the efficacy of various treatment strategies, the historical lack of understanding with respect to the etiology of the condition, and the changing diagnostic criteria by which bruxism is defined. (medscape.com)
  • Treatment has been explored to try and find an effective cure for bruxism. (somnowell.com)
  • Visit Eastport Dental in North East Calgary to find out more about treatment for bruxism. (eastportdental.com)
  • The treatment for bruxism is very simple. (eastportdental.com)
  • Once bruxism is diagnosed, it is necessary to receive treatment. (mcmillanfamilydental.com)
  • This can be a successful treatment for mild-to-moderate obstructive sleep apnea. (drkhull.com)
  • Professionals in the field of sleep medicine are trained to identify sleep abnormalities and advise patients on the best treatment options available. (bestpillowsleepers.com)
  • Both sleep apnea and bruxism can benefit from dental treatment. (bestpillowsleepers.com)
  • Fluoride treatment is particularly beneficial for patients at a greater risk of tooth decay, such as children, teens, and seniors. (cranemountaindental.com)
  • Positive airway pressure machines, sometimes called CPAP machines, are used with a variety of breathing masks - this type of treatment is widely used for moderate and severe sleep apnea. (aafesleep.com)
  • Dentists are advised to screen for sleep apnea and provide treatment by major medical agencies. (usdentistsdirectory.com)
  • Factors associated with delayed CPAP treatment of patients with severe obstructive sleep apnea Sleep 41 (Abstract Supplement): A195,2018. (pennmedicine.org)
  • Patients also only have to wear the myobrace for one hour during the day and the rest of the treatment takes place at night during sleep. (dentistdelmar.com)
  • Advanced Facialdontics' flagship product, the Preventive Oral Device, is a custom single-arch device with FDA clearance for treating an estimated 40 million patients in the US and Canada with temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) and/or bruxism , both known to be closely associated with obstructive sleep apnea. (sleepreviewmag.com)
  • Temporomandibular Myofascial Pain Syndrome Temporomandibular myofascial pain syndrome (previously known as myofascial pain and dysfunction syndrome [MPDS or MFPDS]) can occur in patients with a normal temporomandibular joint. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Often, the pauses in breathing associated with sleep apnea are caused by flaccid muscles in the back of the throat, a too-large tongue, or a too-small jaw. (gardensdentist.com)
  • Occasional bruxism may not be harmful but when it becomes a regular occurrence, it may be associated with moderate to severe dental damage, facial pain, and disturbed sleep patterns. (aafesleep.com)
  • In severe cases, an overbite may be associated with sleep-disordered breathing, such as obstructive sleep apnea, due to the negative effect on the airway passage. (toothific.com)
  • Impact of moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea on aggressive clinicopathological features of papillary thyroid carcinoma. (cdc.gov)
  • If a seizure occurs, place the chair back to a supine position, turn the patient to the side, and keep the patient comfortable without restraint until it has passed. (medscape.com)
  • Grinding or clinching that occurs at night is termed sleep bruxism. (medscape.com)
  • Many people who suffer from bruxism are unaware because it occurs during sleep. (mcmillanfamilydental.com)
  • Most people who have sleep apnea are unaware they have it because it only occurs during sleep. (aafesleep.com)
  • Bruxism is the term used to describe excessive force on teeth due to grinding or clenching. (drkhull.com)
  • Patients should watch out for sore throat upon waking, excessive daytime sleeping, restless sleep, decreased libido, waking during the night, high blood pressure, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). (gardensdentist.com)
  • Sleep apnea is a leading cause of excessive daytime sleepiness. (aafesleep.com)
  • Interaction between apolipoprotein E genotypes, excessive daytime sleepiness, and cognitive function in obstructive sleep apnea patients. (cdc.gov)
  • The role of bruxism in children and adolescents with Down syndrome, the most often diagnosed congenital syndrome, is still unclear. (nih.gov)
  • Although an accurate estimate of its prevalence could not be inferred, it appears that bruxism is more prevalent in Down syndrome individuals rather than in the general pediatric population. (nih.gov)
  • Clinicopathological features of Down syndrome, such as muscle spasticity, oral breathing, and a predisposition to obstructive sleep apnea, may suggest a higher prevalence of bruxism in this patient group. (nih.gov)
  • Vitamin D Levels in Patients with Overlap Syndrome, Is It Associated with Disease Severity? (cdc.gov)
  • It helps to work with a dentist who understands the many potential contributing factors to bruxism when you need a lasting solution. (doctorwaynesuway.com)
  • Unpleasant grinding noises at night usually disturb the partner, and this is what brings the patient to the dentist. (drbede.com)
  • Sleep apnea is generally a chronic (ongoing) condition that disrupts sleep. (aafesleep.com)
  • Prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea in patients with chronic kidney disease: a hospital-based study. (cdc.gov)
  • If not treated in a timely fashion, bruxism can lead to serious oral health complications and the need for additional treatments. (mcmillanfamilydental.com)
  • As a SPEAR study club faculty member, Dr. Hull has participated in many continuing education courses on Sleep Apnea and associated treatments. (drkhull.com)
  • Placement of a tongue blade is not recommended unless the patient is aware of an impending seizure and can assist in its placement. (medscape.com)
  • As the patient grinds their teeth, they are performing a similar act as sanding would to their teeth. (cooleysmileseverett.com)
  • Bruxism is the term used to describe a condition where a patient repeatedly clenches and grinds their teeth unconsciously. (mcmillanfamilydental.com)
  • Bruxism is a very common dental problem which is reported in one out of every three patients visiting the dentist's practice. (somnowell.com)
  • Bruxism is a common condition that you may not even realize you have. (eastportdental.com)
  • Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common form caused by the relaxation of the muscles in the throat. (graniteviewdentist.com)
  • The most common type of sleep apnea is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). (aafesleep.com)
  • Obstructive sleep apnea is more common in people who are overweight, but can affect anyone. (aafesleep.com)
  • Why Choose Tallahassee Dental Specialists for Sleep Apnea Therapy? (tallydentalpros.com)
  • The effects of PAP therapy have proven - when patients consistently use their machines they feel better and, as a result of the reduction of apnea and hypopnea episodes, they encounter fewer complications of the disease. (aafesleep.com)
  • Prosthodontists are qualified dentists, who have specialized in making fixed or removable appliances for patients. (wikipedia.org)
  • Why Are You Prescribing Bruxism Appliances? (somnowell.com)
  • Luckily, there are many different ways to treat sleep apnea including oral appliances. (dental1st.com)
  • Bromocriptine, a preferential dopamine D2 receptor agonist reduces bruxism episodes. (medscape.com)
  • Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) consists of multiple episodes of partial or complete closure of the upper airway that occur during sleep and lead to breathing cessation (defined as a period of. (msdmanuals.com)
  • The uses of certain medications are also associated with episodes of bruxism. (aafesleep.com)
  • In children being considered for adenotonsillectomy to treat obstructive sleep apnea, PSG is also only a guideline recommendation. (medscape.com)
  • Correlation of cephalometric variables with obstructive sleep apnea severity among children: a hierarchical regression analysis. (cdc.gov)
  • The clinician should be aware that patients with longstanding hypertension and cerebrovascular disease are at increased risk of a cerebrovascular accident. (medscape.com)
  • One in ten people are said to suffer from bruxism, but many are not even aware of the condition. (doctorwaynesuway.com)
  • However, it is also important to establish the cause of the condition in each patient. (doctorwaynesuway.com)
  • Sleep apnea is a potentially serious condition in which you stop and start breathing many times during the night without even knowing it. (davincidentistry.com)
  • Bruxism is considered a multifactorial condition. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Obstructive sleep apnea is a condition where patients have something blocking (or obstructing) part or all of their upper airway in their sleep , forcing the diaphragm and chest muscles to work harder to pull air into the lungs. (gardensdentist.com)
  • Many patients are not aware that they have this condition and may think they are only suffering from inadequate sleep. (gardensdentist.com)
  • Grinding the teeth, a condition called bruxism, can change the shape of the teeth as well. (park56dental.com)
  • Grinding or clenching of teeth is a dental condition where the patient unconsciously grinds, gnashes or clenches their teeth. (drtognotti.com)
  • When we diagnose patients with bruxism, most are shocked because they had no idea it was occurring. (mcmillanfamilydental.com)
  • The portable monitor will record important information to help diagnose sleep apnea. (aafesleep.com)
  • With some patients, simply wearing a retainer-like device such as a nightguard while you sleep can prevent both pain and expensive repair. (cooleysmileseverett.com)
  • Background: To determine whether there is a correlation of bruxism (sleep, daytime, or both) with oral health-related quality of life and facial pain of muscular origin in dentate individuals. (unesp.br)