Many people in Queens who exhibit bruxism--- abnormal tooth
grinding or jaw clenching--- may not realize that they have this problem.
Bruxism can occur either during sleep, or during wakefulness. When bruxism
occurs while the person is asleep, they are not aware of the behavior at all.
Even when the person clenches their jaw while awake, it isn’t usually something
the person is always fully aware of. Although especially in sleep bruxism, it
may be difficult or impossible for a person in Queens to catch themselves in
the act in order to realize that they have bruxism, these five common symptoms
of bruxism can indicate that it is a problem.
#1: Excessive Tooth Wear
Problems with wear and tear on a person’s teeth can be symptoms
of bruxism in Queens. A common tooth problem attributable to bruxism is
attrition of the teeth. This means that the structure of the teeth becomes
compromised due to the force of the opposing teeth due to the person grinding
their teeth together. The enamel is affected first, but in later stages the
softer dentin material can also be damaged. In some cases, tooth fractures or
damage to crowns or fillings can also be symptoms of Bruxism.
#2: Hypersensitive Teeth
Hypersensitivity of the teeth is also among the dental
symptoms of bruxism that can occur in Queens. The dental pain tends to be sharp
and of short duration, and occurs when dentin surfaces become exposed because
enamel has been worn away. The most common trigger of tooth pains that are
symptoms is coldness, such as pain when drinking a cold beverage.
#3: Increase in Jaw Muscle Size
Hypertrophy, or increased size, of the masseter muscle of
the jaw is also among the symptoms of bruxism that can sometimes be found in
Queens. Jaw clenching strengthens the muscles over time, sometimes leading to
increased muscle size that can sometimes visibly alter the shape of the
person’s face by making the jaw more “square” in shape.
#4: Pain or Tenderness of the Jaw
Joints and Jaw Muscles
Tooth grinding and jaw clenching can cause fatigue in the
muscles, as well as temporomandibular joint tenderness. Jaw pain is among the
common symptoms of bruxism, and unexplained soreness and joint pain in the jaw
and chewing muscles can be a sign that bruxism is occurring. Pain can also
sometimes be referred to the ear, which is close to the structures of the jaw.
#5: Headaches
Headaches can often be symptoms of bruxism in Queens,
especially if the pain is in the area of the temples. These headaches are
generally caused by pain and tension in the temporalis muscle, one of the
facial muscles used in chewing.
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