by Kathryn Al-Dhafeeri | Sep 11, 2026 | Jaw Disorders & Tooth Grinding
If grinding is wearing down or cracking your teeth, a custom night splint is usually the first thing we recommend. It’s simple, well-proven, and doesn’t involve anything invasive — but it’s worth knowing what’s actually involved before you...
by Kathryn Al-Dhafeeri | Apr 29, 2025 | Dental Health, General Dentistry, Jaw Disorders & Tooth Grinding
Treatment Options for Cracked Teeth: What You Need to Know Cracked teeth are a common dental issue that can cause discomfort and, if left untreated, lead to more severe complications. If you’re experiencing tooth pain, sensitivity, or discomfort when chewing, a...
by Kathryn Al-Dhafeeri | Feb 13, 2025 | Dental Health, General Dentistry, Jaw Disorders & Tooth Grinding
Why Teeth Crack: Understanding the Causes and How to Protect Your Smile Teeth are incredibly strong, but like any part of our body, they aren’t invincible. A cracked tooth can occur unexpectedly, causing pain, sensitivity, and frustration. Whether it’s a slight chip...
by Kathryn Al-Dhafeeri | Aug 23, 2023 | Jaw Disorders & Tooth Grinding
Most people who grind their teeth find out from someone else first — a partner nudging them awake, or us mentioning it at a check-up before they’ve noticed a thing themselves. It’s one of the most common things we see, and one of the easiest to miss in...
by dogwebsitestg | Jul 6, 2020 | Dental Health, Jaw Disorders & Tooth Grinding
What is bruxism? Bruxism is a term for tooth grinding, which is the involuntary clenching or grinding of teeth. It most commonly happens when you are asleep (sleep bruxism) but can also happen when awake. Signs and Symptoms of bruxism Teeth ache in the mornings Teeth...
by dogwebsitestg | Sep 3, 2018 | Jaw Disorders & Tooth Grinding
I’ve dealt with bruxism and TMD since university — bad enough at times that headaches and jaw pain genuinely got in the way of studying. It’s part of why I take it seriously with patients, and why I know first-hand that “just relax” isn’t...
