Cosmetic dentist, London and all over the UK have seen an increase in the number of people attending their clinics who are grinding their teeth.



The credit crunch and at the same time rises in energy bills, food, mortgage costs etc? could be the reason for this increase in people who grind their teeth.

Cosmetic dentistry, stress and tooth wear

Cosmetic dentists know that stress related factors can be linked most commonly with teeth grinding and teeth clenching, which can cause tooth wear.Cosmetic dentistry, stress and jaw ache. Cosmetic dentists have also seen an increase in people with pain relating to their jaw at their clinics. Stress is a known factor that can cause jaw and muscle ache.

Cosmetic dentistry, stress and broken teeth

Cosmetic dentists have recently seen an increase in broken or chipped teeth, as a direct result of teeth grinding. Again this is related to stress causing wear on the teeth.

Cosmetic dentistry and the effect of tooth wear

Tooth wear, or grinding teeth can lead to gum and nerve damage and cause muscle and jaw problems.

Cosmetic dentistry and the treatment of tooth wear

Cosmetic dentists are used to treating tooth wear problems. First of all the cause of the tooth wear must be found and then accordingly treated. Worn

teeth can be restored with cosmetic dentistry procedures such as , or dental composite bonding. These cosmetic dentistry treatments depend on the severity of the tooth wear.

Cosmetic dentists are specially trained to make sure your bite is even after treatment to help prevent further problems.

Cosmetic dentistry and prevention of teeth grinding

Cosmetic dentists know that teeth grinding cannot be stopped completely. Therefore the prevention of further tooth wear is very important. Cosmetic

dentists usually make a bite guard that is worn at night to prevent the teeth from meeting and therefore prevent grinding or clenching. This guard can

also prevent too much pressure on the jaw muscles and therefore help with jaw and muscle pain.

There are many benefits of cosmetic dentistry. If you wish to find out more about cosmetic dentistry contact Perfect Smile Spa, one of London's leading

cosmetic dentistry clinics on 01708 442114 or email care@perfectsmilespa.co.uk