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Teeth Grinding

Many people grind their teeth without knowing it — often during sleep. We protect your teeth and help you enjoy more restful nights.

  • Charlottenlund
  • Jægersborg Allé 45
  • Since 1998
Tandlægerne på Alléen — klinikken på Jægersborg Allé i Charlottenlund

Grinding or clenching your teeth is known as bruxism. It is caused by increased activity in the chewing muscles and serves no real purpose — but over time it can wear down your teeth and place strain on your jaw. It often happens at night, so most people only notice it through its after-effects.

What lies behind it

Teeth grinding is now understood as a form of sleep disturbance, often connected to stress and inner tension rather than the alignment of your teeth. Hereditary factors also play a role. It is rarely something you can consciously control.

What it can feel like

  • Sore or tired jaws, especially in the morning
  • Tension headaches upon waking
  • Teeth that gradually become worn or flat
  • Sensitivity or discomfort in the jaw joint

How we help

We usually begin gently with a night guard — a soft acrylic splint you wear while sleeping, shielding your teeth from wear. At the same time, we have a calm conversation about any underlying tension that may be contributing. If your teeth are already significantly worn, we will look together at how they can be restored.

Questions & answers

FAQ

How do I know if I grind my teeth?

If you wake up with a sore jaw, tension headaches, or notice your teeth feeling worn down, these may be signs. It most often happens during sleep, so many people only discover it during a check-up with us.

What can you do about it?

We make a night guard that you wear while sleeping, so your teeth are protected from grinding against each other. We also talk through what might be behind it — tension in the jaw is often linked to periods of stress.

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+45 39 63 98 20

  • Jægersborg Allé 45 · 2920 Charlottenlund
  • Mon–Wed 08.00 – 16.30