Posted by Dr. Jan Akervall M.D., PH.D on Aug 28th 2019
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On a flight recently, I started to think about sleep. Of
course, you kind of think about it every day (we say and think sleep well! Did
you sleep ok last night? I hope I can get some rest…) but when
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Posted by Amy McGlaughlin RDH, PHDHP on Oct 2nd 2018
Should you get the Cadillac of Bruxism Appliances or Fall for the Yugo Approach to Protect Your Teeth?
Around mid-summer, I caught an informative piece aired on television by a popular medical talk show. The focus of the segment was about night guards. The discussion surrounded the poten
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Posted by Elizabeth Reza on Sep 21st 2018
Why Your Pillow Plays a Role in Teeth Grinding
Some of you are still new to the concept; well, grab on tight to your seats and fasten your safety belts as we take off to this bumpy ride. The medical term is Sleep Bruxism and it was coined back
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Posted by Amy McGlaughlin, RDH PHDHP on Jul 6th 2018
Why You Shouldn't Wear a Sports Mouth Guard for Bruxism
If playing a trivia game show and the host gives the hint, “Tooth protection...” There’s a pretty good chance the contestant would shout out the answer “...mouth guard!” Researchers estimate 60 p
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Posted by Sierra Soleimani on Jun 28th 2018
Bruxism on a Budget
With some dental work costing up to $12,000, treating chronic bruxism can be a costly pain. For many who grind their teeth, going to the dentist is not affordable and often put aside while the p
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Posted by Amanda McIntyre on Jun 7th 2018
How to Repair Teeth Worn Down by Bruxism
Do you grind, gnash or clench your teeth, often without you noticing? If so, then you are one of the millions of people who are suffering from bruxism, which is the medical term for excessive in
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