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Are You Waking Up With Jaw Pain, Headaches, or Worn-Down Teeth?
You might be one of the 26 million Americans unknowingly affected by this sleep-related condition.
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
by Dr. David Hersh
What is Bruxism?
Teeth grinding at night, also known as bruxism, affects millions of people, often without them realizing it.
It’s a common but underdiagnosed condition where you unconsciously clench or grind your teeth while you sleep, sometimes with up to 250 pounds of pressure.
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) estimates that 8% of adults in America under 60 grind their teeth. That’s around 26 million people.
That pressure can quietly wear away your enamel, disturb your sleep, and leave you with aching jaws or frequent headaches.
So, how do you know if you’re grinding your teeth?
Signs You May Be Grinding Your Teeth at Night
You don’t need to visit a sleep clinic to find out, while a polysomnography test can confirm the diagnosis, many dentists can tell just by examining your teeth.
Here are some signs to watch for:
Jaw Pain: Persistent discomfort in the jaw when you wake up.
Headaches: Frequent tension headaches, especially in the temples when you wake up.
Tooth Damage: Flattened, chipped, or loose teeth.
Worn Enamel: Exposed deeper layers of teeth.
Increased Sensitivity: Heightened sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweet foods.
Ear Pain: Pain that feels like an earache.
Sleep Disruption: Disturbed sleep patterns.
Facial Pain: Soreness or pain in the face and neck.
Clicking Jaw: Clicking or popping sounds in the jaw joint.
If several of these sound familiar, especially alongside a stressful lifestyle, you may be clenching or grinding without knowing it.
So, What Can You Do?
There’s no one-size-fits-all cure, especially if stress is a trigger. But there are ways to minimize the damage and protect your teeth.
Most dentists will recommend some combination of the following:
Stress reduction techniques (meditation, exercise, therapy)
Muscle relaxants or short-term medications
Wearing a night guard while you sleep
What is a Night Guard?
A night guard is a dental appliance worn on the teeth while sleeping. It cushions your bite and prevents damage from grinding.
Custom night guards, the kind most dentists recommend, are molded to fit your teeth, making them more comfortable, effective, and durable than generic store-bought options.
But there’s a downside: They’re expensive. Most custom guards cost $500–$800 through dental offices.
A More Affordable Option: At-Home Custom Night Guards
Over the past few years, some companies have created at-home custom guard solutions, cutting out the middleman (the dentist’s office) while using the same dental labs.
One of the most well-known options is a company called Remi.
What is Remi?
Remi is a health-tech brand founded by Oscar Adelman that delivers custom night guards directly to your door, without needing a dental appointment.
Remi: Oscar Adelman's Night Guard Reinvented
Started Remi 5 years ago and today serves over 350,000 customers in 🇺🇸
"Over the past decade I’ve lost more than 10 night guards. I was lucky enough to be able to afford to replace them each time with a $500+ option (I once paid $950 at a Manhattan dentist office!) but after that 10th guard, my frustration reached a point of no return. I could never understand why a piece of plastic – even if it is molded custom to my teeth – could be so expensive. While I had always politely debated this with my dentists, I never won that debate. As far as I knew, they had all the leverage."
Today, Remi has served over 350,000 customers in the U.S. and offers a more affordable and convenient solution.
Getting Dental Grade Night Guards for 80% Less With Remi
I met Oscar Adelman a couple of years ago. He’s the founder of a company called Remi.
After going through the expensive process of getting night guards from his dentist several times, one day, he said enough.
He started Remi to make getting night guards from dental professionals affordable and convenient.
He cut out the middle man of the equation to serve patients directly.
I saw this as an opportunity to partner with him and offer my patients a more convenient and affordable alternative as well.
How Getting a Custom Night Guard from Remi Works:
1. Order
You place an order on their website shopremi.com.
2. Impressions
Remi sends you an easy to follow impression kit to take your own teeth impressions at home.
3. Send
You send your impressions back using the prepaid shipping label they include.
4. Receive
Once they receive your impressions, one of their dental professionals will craft your retainers and ship them directly to you.
This whole process takes on average 2 weeks and it’s all done from home. You never have to leave your house.
They’re conscious some of their customers may need help with the whole ‘online shopping’ so that’s why they offer Zoom calls to anyone who needs help with their impressions.
Why Many People Are Making the Switch to Remi:
45-Night Perfect Fit Guarantee.
No hidden costs.
350,000 Happy Customers.
Trusted and Approved by Dentists.
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Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult your dentist or doctor for a professional diagnosis.
