Q.
hello doctor,
hello doctor,
i was wondering about the durability of Invisalign as I am quite bad when it comes to grinding my teeth. I mainly do it during the night but have been known to have daytime sessions when I am especially stressed. Do you also have any advice to help me with my grinding as it has plagued me for most of my life and my partner finds it more than a little bit annoying.
Thank you very much for your time doctor
A.
Hi, teeth grinding is often brought on by stress or if there is a bite interference (ie the teeth don’t move smoothly over each other). The aligners are quite durable and are changed every two weeks, so this shouldn’t be a problem. You may also find that with straighter teeth you don’t grind as much the bite improves. Long term you should consider a hard plastic mouthguard, tailor made to protect the teeth from wearing each other down, smooth movement and restful nights!
Adam
Hi, teeth grinding is often brought on by stress or if there is a bite interference (ie the teeth don’t move smoothly over each other). The aligners are quite durable and are changed every two weeks, so this shouldn’t be a problem. You may also find that with straighter teeth you don’t grind as much the bite improves. Long term you should consider a hard plastic mouthguard, tailor made to protect the teeth from wearing each other down, smooth movement and restful nights!
Adam
Dr Adam Thorne
Harley Street Dental Studio
52 Harley Street London W1G 9PR
Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981
