Bruxism (Teeth grinding)

Bruxism.

Bruxism (teeth grinding) disorders are complications that affect the chewing muscles and joints that connect your lower jaw to your skull. Many clients present with uncomfortable sleep patterns and discomfort caused by teeth grinding. Clients are often unaware of the relief that muscle relaxant treatment can provide. Sometimes an incorrect bite, orthodontic braces, tooth fractures, TMJ arthritis or stress can be caused by teeth grinding but for most people the cause is unknown.

A client may complain of chewing difficulty, aching pain in the lower face, chronic headache, migraine, earache or locking of the jaw which can be quite debilitating. Clients may describe how they manage this problem by using mouth guards, massage, stretching and heat or cold packs however it is only a partial temporary treatment to alleviate the agony that can result from grinding your teeth. At TODAY Skin Co. treatment for teeth grinding has become one the highest performed treatments following the frown lines. When treatment options are explained to the patient, the reception is phenomenal as symptoms are significantly reduced.

This treatment has been approved by the TGA for painful conditions possibly related to teeth grinding, such as migraines. After treatment into the muscles, the muscles relaxes which reduces stress and decreases these often chronic conditions.

In a study to assess the effectiveness of this treatment on teeth grinding, it was concluded that it can reduce the frequency of symptoms, pain levels and overall patient satisfaction (Lai et al 2020).

The results are life changing, a well worth investment to a better quality life.