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Bruxism: What's Sleep Got To Do With It?

Posted by Amy McGlaughlin, RDH PHDHP on Apr 12th 2018

Bruxism: What's Sleep Got To Do With It?

Grind your teeth in your sleep? Many of us don't realize we are even doing it until someone else complains about the awful racket. All along you thought you were sleeping just fine. Sadly, there co …

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Bruxism: No. It is NOT "just the same old GRIND "!

Posted by Amy McGlaughlin, RDH PHDHP on Apr 12th 2018

Bruxism: No. It is NOT "just the same old GRIND "!

As new research surrounding sleep bruxism emerges, there seems to be a delay in universally updating how it is treated. The first bruxism splint was designed by a German inventor in 19 …

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When Should You Replace Your Night Guard?

Posted by Sierra Soleimani on Jan 3rd 2018

When Should You Replace Your Night Guard?

As something that you chew on every single night, night guards can really take a beating. In fact, those who grind their teeth unconsciously at night can put 250 pounds (or more) of pre …

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Tales of a So-Called "Sleep Whisperer"

Posted by Amy E. McGlaughlin RDH, PHDHP on Sep 21st 2017

Tales of a So-Called "Sleep Whisperer"

Odds are if you are reading this you or someone you know is suffering with night-time clenching or grinding of their teeth (bruxism). This is not only annoying to those trying to sleep nearby, but …

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5 Reasons to Ditch Your Dentist-Made Night Guard

Posted by Garret Weng on Jul 6th 2017

5 Reasons to Ditch Your Dentist-Made Night Guard

If you have ever struggled with night time grinding, I’m sure you’ve considered getting a night guard. There are a lot of factors that contribute to what night guard is right for you. People hav …

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Posted by Garret Weng on Jun 16th 2017

How a Night Guard Can Help Your Bruxism

What is Bruxism? Bruxism is an often misunderstood condition but simply put, it is an unconscious behavior where sufferers clench and grind their teeth. Bruxism can occur while awake or asleep. B …

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