Grinding of the teeth (bruxism) is a habit that will wear down the teeth, cause sensitivity to temperature, may cause notching of the eye-teeth along the gumline, and cause your jaw muscles to feel tired, or stiff. Most people grind their teeth at one time or another, but not to the same degree. Dentists have long believed that the grinding of teeth is stress-related. Sometimes the grinding is so loud that others in the house can hear it rooms away.

Fortunately, there is an appliance that stops the clenching/grinding. It is called an nti appliance. At this clinic, I usually make one to fit the lower teeth, so that it is comfortable enough to wear even at work, and doesn't interfere with speaking.