Bruxism/sleep apnoea

The clench connection

Karen Harnott reviews how best to reduce the risk of hearing loss.

The daily grind

Krista Budgen offers a dental nurse’s guide to sleep teeth grinding.

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Smart headband to stop teeth grinding and jaw clenching

A smart textile headband is being developed to stop teeth grinding and jaw clenching – a common and painful condition which affects about a third of...

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New study: nocturnal teeth grinding can damage temporomandibular joints

In dental science, the question of whether sleep bruxism is associated with the development or progression of temporomandibular joint disorders is...

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Tooth wear: supporting your patients

When it comes to tooth wear and what damages the health of people’s teeth, the most commonly discussed topic is diet – sugar and foods high in...

Tooth wear: Supporting your patients

Steve Brown discusses ways dental professionals can help

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84% of all adults at an increased risk of tooth decay

​Figures collected by the Oral Health Foundation and Colgate-Palmolive show that more than four-in-five (84%) of all adults in the UK fall into groups...

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COVID-19 stress sees uptick in teeth grinding, especially for women

Lockdown stress and anxiety caused a significant rise in orofacial and jaw pain with women the prime sufferers, a new study suggests.

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How Covid-19 stress is causing a rise in bruxism

The International Committee of the Red Cross reported in June this year that the global pandemic may increase stress exponentially – and patients'...

Bruxism – a real pain in the neck

Roughly 10 million people suffer from chronic tension headaches daily in the UK, which often spread to the neck and upper shoulders. But few realise...

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Protecting teeth from damage with mouthguards

Mouthguards or gumshields are used to protect patients’ teeth against damage from sports injuries or bruxism. Dental care professionals have a role in...

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Management of sleep apnoea with anti-snoring appliances

Sleep apnoea can lead to feeling excessively tired during the day and poses a risk to health. The condition can be managed, however, with the use of...