The Brux Doc
June 2nd, 2022
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Teeth grinding can cause a lot of pain and damage to your teeth, and the symptoms can even extend to head or neck pain, jaw discomfort, and gum disease. So, it’s always important to take action to treat teeth grinding as effectively as...
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The Brux Doc
May 26th, 2022
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New research suggests that sometimes teeth grinding (bruxism) may be linked to a parasitic infection though it is unclear what the exact cause and effect mechanisms are. Parasite infections go hand-in-hand with many things, like nutrient...
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The Brux Doc
April 21st, 2022
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Do you know or suspect that you’re grinding your teeth at night? If the answer is yes, your first step should be to see a dentist who can check for damage to your enamel and any signs of gum inflammation or disease. You should also invest in a...
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The Brux Doc
April 21st, 2022
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Retainers and night guards are both dental appliances that can help you get a good night’s sleep and maintain your oral health. They can also have similar designs, but there are some key differences between them. A retainer is a removable mouthpiece...
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The Brux Doc
April 14th, 2022
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What we often call TMJ is truly what should be termed TMJ dysfunction. TMJ simply refers to the temporomandibular joint (the jaw joint), but when people talk about having TMJ, they mean having problems with the joint. These kinds of problems can include...
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The Brux Doc
April 7th, 2022
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Teeth grinding, also called bruxism, is a common issue that can occur both during the day and night. If you find yourself clenching your jaw gritting your teeth or rubbing them together during the day, then it is likely you do the same while sleeping....
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The Brux Doc
March 31st, 2022
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The problem is more common than you might think, and it's not always your fault. Many things can cause bad breath, including certain foods or drinks, medications, or underlying health conditions. Bad breath, or halitosis, is a common problem. It can be...
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The Brux Doc
March 25th, 2022
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If you’ve been waking up recently with sore or tender teeth, you might be worried. On of the most common dreams around the world is one in which the teeth loosen and fall out. So, we humans definitely share a primal fear of severe injury to our...
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The Brux Doc
March 17th, 2022
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If you grind your teeth, you might be wondering whether you should get yourself a night guard. One of the looming questions is often: how safe is it to wear one? Maybe you’re worried about the materials or about the possibility of choking on it...
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Martyna Bobek LSW, CTP
March 10th, 2022
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If you grind your teeth at night, you may have noticed that your teeth are looking a little worse for wear. Grinding will break down the enamel on your teeth over time. Often, teeth appear flattened after years of grinding. If that is the case, you can...
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