Category: Bruxism Lifestyle
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Do Night Guards Affect Sleep Quality? What You Need to Know for a Restful Night
Waking up with jaw pain, headaches, or sensitive teeth isn’t something anyone should accept as “just normal.” For countless people, these symptoms trace back to bruxism—involuntary teeth grinding or jaw clenching during sleep. Night guards are a widely recommended solution. But a pressing question remains: do night guards actually help you sleep better, or can…
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How to Clean Your Night Guard with Vinegar: A Simple, Effective Guide
Waking up with jaw soreness or ear pain from teeth clenching isn’t just unpleasant—it’s a sign that your night guard is hard at work protecting your smile. But even the best night guard can only do its job if it’s kept clean and bacteria-free. In this post, we’ll focus on one of the cheapest, simplest,…
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How to Properly Clean Your Night Guard for Better Oral Health
Night guards are invaluable allies for anyone dealing with teeth grinding (bruxism), jaw clenching, or related sleep issues. They’re designed to protect your teeth, alleviate jaw discomfort, and help prevent problems like tooth wear, tension headaches, and even ear pain. But just as you wouldn’t go weeks without cleaning your toothbrush, caring for your night…
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How Can You Reduce Microplastics From Wearing a Night Guard?
Wearing a night guard is an essential step for many people who grind or clench their teeth, protecting your smile from the toll of bruxism. But as the conversation around microplastics and personal health grows, a new question emerges: Is your night guard contributing to microplastic exposure—for you, or for the environment? In this guide,…
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Why You Should Avoid Caffeine Late at Night—Especially If You Grind Your Teeth
If you’re someone who grinds or clenches their teeth at night (also known as sleep bruxism), you’ve probably looked into all kinds of possible triggers. One of the most overlooked? Caffeine consumption in the late afternoon or evening. In this post, we’ll break down how caffeine affects your sleep, how that ties into teeth grinding,…
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Managing Bruxism with Wearable Tech
Waking up with a sore jaw or unexplained ear pain? If you clench or grind your teeth—especially at night—you’re not alone. Bruxism is common, frustrating, and often overlooked, but the latest wave of smart wearables may help. Can Wearable Tech Help You Understand—and Manage—Bruxism? Thanks to advances in sensor technology and miniaturization, new “earables” and…
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Homemade Night Guard: Safe Alternatives or Dangerous?
If you grind your teeth at night and don’t want to spend hundreds of dollars on a custom dental appliance, it might be tempting to search YouTube or TikTok for a DIY solution. After all, how hard could it be to make a night guard at home? The truth is, while homemade night guards might…
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Can You Wear a Night Guard After Wisdom Teeth Removal?
Just had your wisdom teeth removed? Find out if it’s safe to wear your night guard and how to protect your healing gums while managing teeth grinding. Why Night Guards Matter for People With Bruxism If you’re a teeth grinder, you already know the value of a good night guard. These custom-made devices can shield…
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Teeth Grinding After Wisdom Tooth Removal: What’s Normal?
Noticing teeth grinding after your wisdom teeth surgery? Learn why it happens, how long it lasts, and how to ease it. Can Surgery Trigger Grinding? It might seem surprising, but many people experience new or worsened teeth grinding in the days following wisdom tooth extraction. Why? Is It Really Bruxism or Just Healing Pain? Here’s…
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Why Do My Teeth and Jaw Hurt After Wearing a Night Guard?
Night Guards Should Relieve Pain, Not Cause It If you grind your teeth at night or suffer from TMJ, your dentist may recommend a night guard to protect your teeth and jaw. But what if you wake up with more pain after using it? Many people ask, “Why do my teeth and jaw hurt after…
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