BRUXISM – THE LONG HARD GRIND
About 20% of the population grind their teeth so badly that not only do they wear away the enamel they also suffer from headaches, insomnia and jaw damage.


Gum guards are available from your dentist who can have one made up that protects the teeth during sleep and stops the enamel being damaged.
Measuring the scope of the problem in an individual usually meant spending time at a sleep clinic but now researchers at the University of Florida have developed a smart gum shield loaded with sensors that can do that in the patient’s own home.
The analysis measures the force and which teeth are receiving most pressure, this helps in developing behaviour modification treatments to combat it. It’s strength is that it can be used even after treatment in the sleep centre so that there is a higher chance of sustaining modified behaviours.
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