DENTIST IN NEUTRAL BAY | TEETH GRINDING & CLENCHING
Bruxism & Night Guards
Protecting your smile from night-time grinding and clenching
Waking up with jaw tension, headaches, or chipped teeth? You might be grinding or clenching in your sleep—often without even knowing it.
What is Bruxism?
Bruxism is the unconscious clenching or grinding of teeth, most often during sleep. It’s a common condition that can affect adults and children alike, sometimes linked to stress, poor sleep, or jaw misalignment.
Bruxism Explained: Causes, Symptoms & Why Treatment Matters
Why do people grind or clench their teeth?
Common causes include:
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Stress or anxiety
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Sleep disorders such as obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA)
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Bite misalignment or missing teeth
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Certain medications or lifestyle habits
How is Bruxism managed?
The most effective treatment to protect your teeth while you sleep is wearing a custom-made night guarda. At Oaks Dental, we also look at the bigger picture—identifying possible triggers such as stress, poor sleep quality, or jaw misalignment. Management includes:
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Custom 3D-scanned night splints to stop grinding damage
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Stress management or relaxation strategies
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Restoring broken or worn teeth to improve bite balance
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Collaboration with sleep physicians if sleep apnoea is a contributing factor
Early treatment can prevent long-term damage to your teeth and jaw, while helping you sleep more comfortably.
How do I know if Bruxism is damaging my teeth — and when do I need a Night Guard?
Bruxism (teeth grinding or clenching) puts excessive strain on your teeth and jaw. Without treatment, it can lead to:
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Worn, chipped, or cracked teeth
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Sensitive teeth or gum recession
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Loose teeth or broken fillings
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Jaw pain, tightness, or TMJ inflammation
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Frequent headaches, especially around the temples
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Clicking or popping in your jaw joint
If you notice any of these signs, a custom night guard can help protect your teeth, ease jaw strain, and prevent further damage.
Why choose Oaks Dental for your night guard?
Our custom night splints are durable, discreet and tailored to your bite and symptoms to ensure:
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A perfect fit for your bite
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Durability and comfort
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Protection against grinding, clenching, and jaw tension
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Relief of morning headaches and facial pain
At Oaks Dental in Neutral Bay, we design night guards using 3D digital scans for a precise, comfortable fit. Unlike over-the-counter mouthguards, our custom night splints are durable, discreet, and tailored to your bite and symptoms. Our dentists are experienced in bruxism, TMD, and sleep dentistry, offering holistic care to relieve muscle tension, prevent long-term damage, and help you sleep better.
Ready to wake up pain-free?
Don’t ignore the signs. Jaw pain, headaches, or chipped teeth could be caused by night-time grinding or clenching. At Oaks Dental, we can create a custom night guard to protect your smile, ease muscle tension, and help you sleep more comfortably.