Bruxism (teeth grinding) can occur while awake or asleep. And in a dream we may not notice this situation. But only for now. The consequences of bruxism manifest themselves in the form of tooth wear, headaches, and even changes in the shape of the face. In the absence of timely treatment, this pathological condition causes other problems in the oral cavity, muscles and joints. Therefore, the sooner it is detected and a doctor is consulted, the better. Madina Magomedova, chief physician of Dermavi clinic, talks about the consequences you may encounter and how to treat bruxism.
Madina Magomedova
What is bruxism?
Bruxism is a symptom of hyperactivity of chewing muscles. It often leads to teeth grinding and, in the long run, tooth wear and other consequences.
Causes of bruxism
As a rule, the occurrence of bruxism is influenced by a combination of various factors. Bruxism can be caused by stress, malocclusion or even a hereditary predisposition. To determine the exact cause, you need to contact not only a dentist, but also a neurologist. A specialist will help assess the condition of the teeth and maxillofacial joint and choose the right method of treatment.
Consequences of bruxism
Teeth grinding can cause many related problems.
– Changes occur in the lines and oval of the face due to excessive strain on the chewing muscles.
— Notches and wear on the teeth.
– Damages jaw and neck muscles.
– Loosening and loss of teeth.
— Decreased service life of fillings and coatings.
All this not only changes external data, but also affects the psycho-emotional state. In order not to encounter unpleasant consequences, at the first signs of bruxism (and this can be indicated by itching of the gums, a feeling of strong tension in the chewing muscles or worn cutting edges of the incisors), you need to contact a specialist. doctor.
How is bruxism treated?
First you need to understand what caused this situation. While many dentists talk about malocclusions and malfunctioning of the temporomandibular joint, neurologists think that the main cause is a deterioration in the subcortical and cortical structures of the brain.
Botulinum treatment is among the popular methods in the treatment of bruxism. During this procedure, botulinum toxin is injected into the facial muscles. Since Botox is a muscle relaxant, it relaxes the masseter muscles in the face and eliminates the symptoms of bruxism. It needs to be repeated approximately every six months.
Source: People Talk
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