If you grind your teeth at night, it can start to pose serious problems for your smile, so it is important to learn about your options in treatment. Bruxism can lead to flattened molars and shortened incisors due to enamel erosion from the contact of your top and bottom teeth, and the action can also shift the location of your teeth along your oral ridge. This could mean the need for orthodontic correction, dental procedures, and more.
At our helpful dental office in El Paso, TX, we offer a comfortable and convenient approach to bruxism treatment. Through the use of a simple oral appliance, you can prevent your teeth from collision during sleep, helping you to protect your enamel and maintain your alignment. Oral appliance therapy can also be effective in the management of obstructive sleep apnea, which is a common sleep disorder that causes loud snoring and disrupted rest. To find out more about oral appliance therapy for obstructive sleep apnea or sleep bruxism, call our office today!