Teeth grinding
AND CLENCHING OF THE JAWS
Treatment for Teeth Grinding and Clenching at Orthodontie Emmakwartier
Teeth grinding and clenching, known as “bruxism,” are often underestimated problems that affect many people. Although it occurs mainly during sleep, it can also occur during the day, in what is known as “waking bruxism”. Several factors such as stress, heredity, sleep disorders and the use of cigarettes, alcohol and drugs can contribute to this habit. But what exactly are the consequences? Here are some possible consequences of teeth grinding:
- Headache
- Tooth sensitivity and wear surfaces on your teeth
- Crumbling of icing and fillings.
- A sharp or very wide jawline
- Insomnia
- Causing change in tooth position
- Opposing orthodontic treatment
For whom?
Everyone without pain
Outside of traditional stress management and physical therapy, an innovative and safe solution is available: the use of botox to treat teeth grinding. At Orthodontie Emmakwartier, we use high-quality muscle relaxants to reduce teeth grinding and clenching. Our expert practitioners apply advanced techniques for natural results.
Treatment
In stages
THE CONSULT
A STEP TOWARD ENLIGHTENMENT
At Orthodontie Emmakwartier a comprehensive consultation is held before each treatment. This includes completing a detailed medical questionnaire to get a full picture of your situation. If you choose to have treatment, a treatment agreement will be drawn up and pictures of your jaw will be taken. These photographs serve as a reference point to determine the progress and effectiveness of treatment.
BOTOX TREATMENT
EFFECTIVE AND SAFE
Our treatment is both simple and effective. Our specialists use advanced muscle relaxants, such as Alluzience, which are injected directly into the large masseter muscle. These muscle relaxants reduce the tension in the muscle, reducing and sometimes completely stopping teeth grinding. The treatment usually takes only 5 to 10 minutes and may cause mild redness and swelling immediately afterward, but these side effects disappear quickly.
AFTER TREATMENT
TIPS FOR OPTIMAL RECOVERY
Immediately after treatment, it is essential to put as little stress on the jaw as possible and avoid certain movements, such as bending. Although the effects are not immediate, you will notice marked improvements within 1 to 2 weeks. Results usually persist for 3 to 6 months, after which follow-up treatment may be considered to maintain the effects.
SAFETY
AND PROFESSIONALISM GUARANTEED
Quality, safety and professionalism are the core values at Orthodontie Emmakwartier. Our expert practitioners apply proven and reliable methods, with a focus on natural results. We offer customized treatment plans completely tailored to your individual needs and desires.
“I have been working for Lotte for years, we go for the best together and believe only in quality”
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Strive for sustained and healthy oral health. Schedule an appointment at Orthodontics Emmakwartier now and find out how we can support you to smile confidently.
