Self Care for Bruxism

Self Care for Bruxism
Limit alcohol, tobacco and caffeine: Try to limit the alcohol and the caffeine containing products. By cutting down these products or giving up these substances entirely will help, because they seem to make bruxism worse.

Reduce stress: Try to minimize the stress because they cause the symptoms of bruxism. The less anxiety and tension you feel the better chance you have of avoiding bruxism.

Consult your sleep partner: Ask your sleep partner aware of any grinding or clicking sounds that you might make while sleeping. Your sleep partner can then let you know if he or she notices any teeth grinding sounds in the night.

Have regular dental exams: Dental exams are the best way to screen against bruxism. Your dentist can best spot signs of bruxism in your mouth and jaw with regular visits and examinations. Your dentist can fit you with a mouth guard to protect your teeth during sleep.

Avoid chewing gum as it allows your jaw muscles to get more used to clenching and makes you more likely to grind your teeth. Do not chew on pencils or pens or anything that is not food.

Try not to clench or grind your teeth. Position the tip of your tongue between your teeth to avoid grinding the teeth.

Relax your jaw muscles at night by holding a warm washcloth against your cheek in front of your earlobe.