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London dentist shares tell-tale dental warning signs patients shouldn’t ignore

London dentist shares tell-tale dental warning signs patients shouldn’t ignore

A dentist from London has shared a host of tell-tale warning signs patients shouldn’t ignore to try and encourage people to seek help for dental issues.  Dr Reena Wadia, from RW Perio, London, said that patients should be aware of potentially dangerous symptoms, which can signal dental and general health issues.  One of the most […]


Sheffield dental practice offers behavioural therapy to combat anxiety, dental pain and bruxism

Sheffield dental practice offers behavioural therapy to combat anxiety, dental pain and bruxism

A dental practice in Sheffield is offering patients behavioural therapy in a bid to help them overcome common dental issues, including bruxism, headaches and jaw pain. The One80 Dental Centre is working with psychotherapist, John Davies to utilise techniques that have been designed to combat facial pain, anxiety, and bruxism (tooth grinding.) Practice principal, Nigel […]


Could stress be damaging your teeth?

Could stress be damaging your teeth?

Most of us know that stress can stop us from sleeping and elevate our blood pressure, but did you know that stress can also affect your teeth? Many people who suffer from stress and anxiety grind their teeth, which increases the risk of tooth wear, chips, and jaw pain. Bruxism, the medical name for tooth […]


New study suggests that tooth grinding could be a sign of bullying in young people

New study suggests that tooth grinding could be a sign of bullying in young people

New research has suggested that grinding the teeth, also known as bruxism, could be a sign of bullying in young people. The study, which has been published in the Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, suggests that teenagers who are bullied at school are up to four times more likely to suffer from bruxism than young people […]


Dentists share tips to stop tooth grinding for good

Dentists share tips to stop tooth grinding for good

Grinding the teeth can cause damage to the enamel, as well as increasing your risk of developing symptoms such as stiffness and pain in the jaw. If you grind your teeth, you may not even be aware of it, but a trip to the dentist may reveal evidence of dental damage and signs of TMJ […]


Are you one of the 6 million people who grind their teeth?

Are you one of the 6 million people who grind their teeth?

NHS figures suggest that 6 million adults in the UK grind their teeth (bruxism). If you’re one of those affected by bruxism, you may be putting your oral health at risk. Grinding your teeth is a subconscious activity, which most people do while they sleep. Often, you may not even be aware that you grind […]


How Your Mouth Could Be Showing Dangers Of Serious Illnesses

How Your Mouth Could Be Showing Dangers Of Serious Illnesses

Most people are aware that looking inside the mouth can give away clues about diet and lifestyle, but did you know that your mouth can show warning signs of serious general health problems? Dentists often say that the mouth is a window to the rest of the body and research suggests that oral health and […]


Is Stress Causing You To Grind Your Teeth?

Is Stress Causing You To Grind Your Teeth?

The British Dental Association estimates that 10 per cent of people in the UK grind their teeth and many dentists across the country have reported an increase in the number of patients presenting symptoms of bruxism, the medical name for teeth grinding. Shivani Patel, a specialist orthodontist from Elleven Dental, London, said that there has […]


Research Reveals That Richard III Suffered From Stress Related Teeth Grinding

Research Reveals That Richard III Suffered From Stress Related Teeth Grinding

Research has revealed that Richard III suffered from stress-related teeth grinding, as well as other oral health problems. An article, which has been published in the British Dental Journal, suggests that the monarch had poor oral health, with one of the major problems highlighted as bruxism, commonly known as teeth grinding or clenching. The remains […]


Stress and Bruxism

Stress and Bruxism

Bruxism Awareness week begins today and both dentists and the founders of the Saving Teeth Awareness Campaign are hoping that people will begin to recognise the dangers of Bruxism to their dental health. Bruxism affects around 8-10% of the UK population and involves intense clenching and grinding of the teeth, often caused by stress. This […]