Smilekraft Dentistry’s Dr. Priyank Mathur gives an insight into daytime bruxism While night time bruxism is primarily characterised by teeth grinding, it is a little known fact that bruxism can also occur during the day. Though uncommon – occurring in approximately 10% of the population, diurnal bruxism is identified by teeth clenching. In most high stress situations prevalent in modern times, the situation is becoming increasingly common. Teeth clenching is a natural response to stress, but in some cases, daytime bruxism may become chronic and ultimately cause damage and pain. Like grinding, clenching can lead to enamel degradation, headaches, jaw pain, and even tooth breaking or cracking. Unlike it’s counterpart where it may be hard to identify night time bruxism, it is relatively easier to identify and diagnose daytime bruxism as the patient may be conscious of their reactions. It is this awareness that ultimately helps treat the condition. While bruxism does not have a specific cure, it is important to manage the consequences of this disorder. Self awareness and cognitive behavioural therapy may be used to manage stressful situations and consciously avert teeth clenching. However, in cases where this is unsuccessful, other treatment options are available. Custom daytime mouth guards are thin, discrete and nearly unnoticeable when worn. Without any speech impairment or visual evidence, these can help protect your enamel and cushion your jaw from the intense force of diurnal bruxism. A visit to your dentist will help you identify the best solution. If you find yourself to be suffering from daytime bruxism, take steps immediately to prevent further damage to your pearly whites.
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About the Author: Dr. Priyank Mathur
This article has been penned by Chief Implantologist and cosmetic dentist - Dr. Priyank Mathur, the
founder of Smilekraft Dentistry. Having completed his B.D.S from Government Dental College, Mumbai in the
year 2007, his dedication to provide life-changing dentistry led him to founding a private practice in Pune in
the year 2008. Smilekraft Dental Clinic was then conveniently located in Pimple Saudagar, beside the then
developing area of Wakad in the western suburb of Pune, India, the current location of the clinic.
Following this, he went on to complete his Post Graduate Diploma in Implant and Aesthetic Dentistry
from Nobel Biocare in the year 2011. This was followed by another Post Graduate Diploma in the field of
Laser Dentistry in the year 2012 along with establishing Smilekraft Dentistry, to give his patients a painless
experience by utilising the first Waterlase laser machine in Pune for his cosmetic and implant dentistry
procedures. Thereafter, he received his Fellowship of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists in
the year 2013, further increasing his credibility as a dental specialist in implantology.
The opinions expressed herein are solely based on Dr. Mathur’s personal experiences with his
patients over these years and medical findings as a practicing dentist.
