Treatment for Bruxism and Headaches

Solutions for teeth grinding in Forte dei Marmi

At Versilia Dental Institute, you can resolve headaches caused by teeth grinding. Visit our practice in Forte dei Marmi for a personalised consultation.

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What is bruxism?

Constantly updated with the latest technical and scientific research, the dental practice in Forte dei Marmi is dedicated to offering effective solutions for dental disorders such as bruxism.

But what is bruxism? Bruxism involves the grinding of teeth and is considered a parafunction because it is an aimless movement.

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Bruxism therapy

Often, bruxism is the cause of frequent headaches and pain affecting the neck, temporomandibular joint, and back. In such cases, the dentists at Versilia Dental Institute offer a simple and comfortable solution: the use of a resin bite guard.

Bite guards are fully customised and, by preventing teeth grinding, protect the dentition from erosion and help prevent the muscle dysfunctions that contribute to headaches and joint pain.

Temporomandibular join dysfunction

Temporomandibular joint disorders are dysfunctions affecting the muscles connected to the skull and jaw. Common symptoms include jaw pain, headaches, neck pain, ear pain, tinnitus, and dizziness. Causes can be varied: grinding, malocclusion, arthritis or TMJ osteoarthritis, and others related to stress or psychological factors.

The use of a functional bite guard can help restore the TMJ to its correct position, alleviating pain and bringing the jaw into an ideal position, which relaxes the entire musculature. In more complex cases, physiotherapy may be necessary, which we will advise on.