Stop Jaw Pain Before It Gets Worse
Waking With Jaw Pain ? Protect Your Teeth From Grinding
Grinding wears teeth down silently, often while you sleep. Our teeth grinding treatment in Scarborough protects your teeth with a custom night guard and addresses the strain on your jaw, with early 7:00 AM starts Thursday and Friday and free parking.
Grinding & Jaw Assessment
Custom Night Guards
Worn-Tooth Protection
Bite Evaluation
TEETH GRINDING TREATMENT IN SCARBOROUGH
Teeth grinding treatment in Scarborough at Dean Park Dental most often involves a custom-fitted night guard that cushions the teeth and protects them from the wear, cracks and jaw strain that grinding (bruxism) causes, along with an assessment of your bite and any contributing factors. Because grinding often happens during sleep, many people do not realise they do it until a dentist spots the wear.
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CONCERN |
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW |
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Common Signs |
Waking with jaw pain or headaches, worn or flattened teeth, tooth sensitivity, disturbed sleep partner |
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Possible Causes |
Stress, sleep patterns, bite problems, lifestyle factors, sometimes airway issues |
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Treatment Options |
Custom night guard, bite assessment, protecting worn teeth, addressing contributing factors |
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When to Visit |
When you notice jaw pain, worn teeth, or are told you grind in your sleep |
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Treatment Goal |
Protect the teeth and jaw and reduce the effects of grinding |
What Grinding Does to Your Teeth
Teeth grinding, known clinically as bruxism, is the habit of clenching or grinding the teeth, very often during sleep and without you being aware of it. A little occasional clenching is harmless, but regular, forceful grinding applies far more pressure than normal chewing, and over time it wears teeth flat, causes tiny cracks, loosens fillings and strains the jaw joints and muscles.
Because it usually happens at night, many people only learn they grind when a partner hears it, or when a dentist notices the tell-tale wear. By then the enamel damage is done, since worn enamel does not grow back. That is why protection matters: the goal is to stop further damage.
How Do I Know If I Grind My Teeth?
Because grinding usually happens during sleep, most people notice the effects rather than the act.
- Morning Clues: Waking with a sore or tired jaw and dull headaches around the temples.
- Tooth Clues: Increased sensitivity, and teeth that look flattened or chipped.
- Outside Clues: A partner who hears grinding at night, or daytime clenching when stressed, so a teeth grinding dentist near me assessment can confirm it.
How Does a Night Guard Help?
A custom night guard is a slim, comfortable appliance that shields your teeth while you sleep.
- It Takes the Force : Grinding lands on the guard rather than your enamel.
- It Eases the Jaw : Cushioning the bite often relieves morning jaw pain and headaches.
- It Fits Properly : A custom mouth guard for grinding in Scarborough is made from an impression of your teeth, so it fits securely and lasts far longer than a drugstore guard.
What Causes Teeth Grinding?
Grinding has several possible drivers, which is why treatment is not only about the guard.
- Stress and Sleep: Stress, anxiety and disrupted sleep are common contributors.
- Bite Issues: Teeth that do not meet evenly can play a part.
- Airway Concerns: Grinding is sometimes linked to breathing issues during sleep, which is why we ask about snoring and sleep quality.
Teeth Grinding Treatment Options at Dean Park Dental
Treatment protects your teeth while addressing what is driving the grinding. Options include :
- Custom Night Guard: A precisely fitted guard that absorbs grinding force and protects teeth and jaw during sleep.
- Bite Assessment: Checking how your teeth meet and whether an uneven bite is contributing to the grinding.
- Restoring Worn Teeth: Repairing teeth already damaged by grinding with bonding, crowns or other restorations.
- Addressing Contributing Factors: Discussing stress, sleep and, where relevant, airway concerns that may be driving bruxism.
How Much Does Teeth Grinding Treatment Cost in Scarborough?
The main cost is usually a custom night guard, and the total depends on whether any worn teeth also need repair. After assessing your teeth, bite and the degree of wear, we give you an itemised plan in writing before anything begins.
- Written Estimate First: You receive an itemised plan in writing before any treatment begins, so nothing is a surprise.
- Insurance and CDCP: We bill most insurance directly and welcome CDCP patients for eligible services.
- Options Without Coverage: For anyone without insurance, our in-office membership plan and CareCredit financing spread the cost.
- Call, Text or Book Online: Reach us however suits you, and if you are in pain, say so; same-day weekday spots are held for emergencies, with 8:00 AM starts on Weekdays.
- On Time, Every Time: Your appointment starts when it is supposed to. A gentle exam, a clear explanation, and an itemised plan with prices before anything happens.
- Leave with a Plan, Not a Lecture: Whether it has been six months or six years, you leave knowing exactly where you stand, what anything costs, and what happens next.
Cared for by the Same Faces, for Generations
Your care is led by Dr. Rabin, DDS, a University of Toronto graduate practising dentistry since the 1970s, alongside Dr. Kaur, Dr. Jane and Dr. Betty, and long-serving team members like Sav, who has cared for this community’s families for over 20 years and watched young patients grow up and return with children of their own. The clinic pairs that continuity with modern technology: CEREC same-visit crowns, 3D imaging, laser dentistry and sedation options for anxious patients.
Evening and Saturday Dental Appointments Available
- 6100 Finch Ave W, Unit 205 & 206, Etobicoke
- (416) 666-3500
FAQs About Teeth Grinding Treatment in Scarborough
How do I stop grinding my teeth at night?
The most effective protection is a custom night guard, which absorbs the grinding force and shields your teeth while you sleep, while we also address contributing factors like stress, bite and sleep. Generic guards help less and wear out faster. Call or Text (416) 666-3500 to be fitted for one.
Is a custom night guard better than a drugstore one?
Yes. A custom night guard is made from an impression of your own teeth, so it fits securely, lasts longer and is far more comfortable than a boil-and-bite guard, which many people stop wearing. Book online or call and we will make one that fits properly.
Can teeth grinding damage my teeth permanently?
Yes. Ongoing grinding wears down enamel, which does not grow back, and can crack teeth, loosen fillings and strain the jaw. Protecting the teeth early prevents lasting damage. Call or Text (416) 666-3500 to have any wear assessed and protected.
Does a night guard help with jaw pain and headaches?
Often, yes. By cushioning the bite and reducing the strain of clenching, a night guard commonly eases the morning jaw pain and headaches that grinding causes. Results vary by person. Book an assessment and we will check whether a guard is right for you.
When should I see a dentist for teeth grinding?
See a dentist if you wake with jaw pain or headaches, notice worn or sensitive teeth, or are told you grind at night, since early protection prevents lasting enamel damage. Call or Text (416) 666-3500 to have your teeth checked.
Is teeth grinding treatment covered by insurance?
Often, in part. Many plans cover a portion of a custom night guard, and CDCP may cover eligible services for eligible patients. We bill most insurance directly and estimate first.
Can stress cause teeth grinding?
Yes. Stress and anxiety are among the most common contributors to grinding and clenching, often at night without you realising. A night guard protects your teeth while you manage the stress. Book an assessment and we will help you protect them.