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Why Is My Night Guard Turning Green?

Why Is My Night Guard Turning Green?

The Brux Doc The Brux Doc January 5th, 2023 5 minute read

Because night guards are generally clear plastic, they show discoloration very easily, which can be a little disconcerting. After all, you put this appliance over your teeth every night. So, you want to be sure it isn’t going to be harboring bacteria,... more »

What Is That Buildup on My Night Guard?

What Is That Buildup on My Night Guard?

The Brux Doc The Brux Doc December 28th, 2022 5 minute read

By protecting your teeth and gums, a night guard can make a big difference in your oral health. It should cut down your chances of getting chipped teeth, cavities, and gum disease. But if you’ve noticed white or yellow buildup on your night... more »

Am I Aging Faster Due to My Teeth Grinding?

Am I Aging Faster Due to My Teeth Grinding?

The Brux Doc The Brux Doc December 15th, 2022 5 minute read

Grinding your teeth is a habit that can cause significant damage over time, and not just to your teeth. If you have seen a dentist, he or she may have pointed out signs that you are grinding or clenching your teeth, which can include craze lines on your... more »

Can My Teeth Grinding Habit Make Me Look Older?

Can My Teeth Grinding Habit Make Me Look Older?

The Brux Doc The Brux Doc December 8th, 2022 5 minute read

Teeth grinding can affect the body in a number of adverse ways. The most obvious is the wear and tear it does to the teeth themselves. Grinding habitually means that you are exposing your enamel to friction on a regular basis, perhaps every night or maybe... more »

Why Do I Dream of Grinding My Teeth?

Why Do I Dream of Grinding My Teeth?

The Brux Doc The Brux Doc December 2nd, 2022 5 minute read

Dreams are one of the enduring mysteries of the human experience. They have been analyzed by psychologists, studied by scientists, and theorized about by psychics. While psychics and spiritual healers often treat dreams as a form of premonition or... more »

What Does It Sound Like When Someone Grinds Their Teeth?

What Does It Sound Like When Someone Grinds Their Teeth?

The Brux Doc The Brux Doc November 23rd, 2022 5 minute read

So, you’re in bed and just beginning to drift off when you notice it: a light tapping, maybe a muffled scraping sound. It’s coming from beside you in the bed, from your partner’s mouth… Thanks to scenarios like this, sharing a... more »

Are Teeth Grinding Guards HSA Eligible?

Are Teeth Grinding Guards HSA Eligible?

The Brux Doc The Brux Doc November 17th, 2022 5 minute read

If you grind your teeth and have been thinking about getting a night guard to protect them from damage, you may be wondering about ways to ease the cost. Night guards can be expensive, especially when you order a custom mouth guard through... more »

Can You Use an FSA or HSA to Pay for a Dental Night Guard?

Can You Use an FSA or HSA to Pay for a Dental Night Guard?

The Brux Doc The Brux Doc November 9th, 2022 5 minute read

Protecting your teeth and gums by wearing a night guard is an important part of oral health for many people who suffer from teeth grinding and clenching, as well as those who need specialized guards for jaw alignment or sleep disorders. But night... more »

Is Mouth Breathing Linked to Teeth Grinding?

Is Mouth Breathing Linked to Teeth Grinding?

The Brux Doc The Brux Doc November 6th, 2022 5 minute read

It’s known that stress is a major contributing factor to teeth grinding, but did you know that researchers are also investigating a link between teeth grinding and breathing during sleep? In fact, one of the current theories holds that some teeth... more »

Can mouth taping stop bruxism?

Can mouth taping stop bruxism?

The Brux Doc The Brux Doc October 26th, 2022 5 minute read

Thanks to some recommendations on TikTok that have gone viral, mouth taping has taken off as a trendy way to get better sleep. However, the practice of mouth taping is not new. In fact, it has been around since at least the 1950s. The idea behind... more »