Clenching of jaws is otherwise called bruxism. It is commonly caused due to stress, and it is done at night time. It causes facial pain and headache. It can result in TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorder, causing displacement in the disc's place. Using a mouthguard helps to prevent extreme tooth wear and TMJ pain.
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Do I have tooth movement while clenching during Invisalign treatment?
Query: Hi doctor, I am using Invisalign. I clench my jaw a lot and put pressure on my tooth. Sometimes, I can feel my tooth movement. I think that I am going to lose my tooth. Is this bad to do? Kindly suggest. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Clenching of tooth is not an uncommon habit and 75 percent of world population do it. I am glad to hear that you are aware of clenching your tooth. There are some best non-pharmacological ways to manage it. Do not clench hard as it deteriorates your jaw joints in a ... Read Full »