Sleep and Dental Health Blog

One of the first things I wondered when I was diagnosed with bruxism was: is bruxism hereditary? My dad also wears a night guard--does this condition have anything to do with genetics? Of course

If you think you suffer from bruxism, a night guard from the dentist might be the treatment for you. Now you might be wondering where to start. The purpose of a dental mouth guard for teeth grinders i

They might have caught your attention when the sharp corner of a wayward tortilla chip scraped them. You may have spotted them while flossing. Perhaps your dentist pointed them out to you during a

Why might a dentist who diagnoses bruxism encourage you to ask a sleep medicine doctor about whether you should be evaluated for sleep disordered breathing? What could prompt a physician treating y

Finding out your dog ate something he or she shouldn’t have is terrifying, especially if it is the first time that you are experiencing this. It can also be expensive. I heard this question a coupl

Watching your child peacefully sleeping is a very satisfying experience. Listening to their light, even breathing, you know they’re off in dreamland, and everything’s right with the world. In some

We’re all pretty familiar with cavities and what causes them. Either we remember lectures from the dentist about  dental health to always brush after eating or concerned adults warning us no

The American Academy of Oral Medicine explains that stress, sleep disorders, snoring, heavy alcohol consumption, smoking, and certain medications can cause a person to grind and clench their teet

Practicing good dental health means brushing and flossing daily, and visiting your dentist for regular checkups and necessary procedures. While you’re working hard to keep your teeth healthy, howev