Pain Relief for Wisdom Teeth Naturally
Posted Oct 2018
By Delta Dental of Arkansas
Tagged Pain Relief, Tooth Pain
Are you grating your grin while you sleep? If you wake up with a headache or a sore jaw, chances are you’re guilty of grinding. Here are some common causes and how to stop
Causes
Nighttime teeth grinding, also known as sleep bruxism, affects 8% of adults. The disorder can be caused by lifestyle choices, mouth complications—even your overall well-being:
Lifestyle Choices
Alcohol drinkers, tobacco users and high caffeine consumers are all prone to teeth grinding, according to the Journal of the American Dental Association.
Mouth Issues
Missing teeth or a misaligned bite can cause you to grind.
Medications
Check your prescriptions. Bruxism is listed as a side effect of some antidepressants and amphetamines.
Emotional Well-Being
Both stress and anxiety can cause your mouth to tense up, thus prompting nighttime teeth grinding.