{"id":96,"date":"2024-05-03T14:30:00","date_gmt":"2024-05-03T14:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.baytowngentledental.com\/blog\/?p=96"},"modified":"2024-06-05T14:37:54","modified_gmt":"2024-06-05T14:37:54","slug":"will-teeth-grinding-clenching-bruxism-break-dental-implants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.baytowngentledental.com\/blog\/will-teeth-grinding-clenching-bruxism-break-dental-implants\/","title":{"rendered":"Will Teeth Grinding Break a Dental Implant?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Dental implants<\/a> are an investment. And not only in terms of money \u2013 the recovery process can be quite lengthy. It makes sense that you would want them to last as long as possible. These replacements are known for their durability, but if you\u2019re thinking ahead, you might be wondering if certain dental habits could wear them down faster. Specifically, you\u2019re worried about your teeth grinding or clenching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s a valid concern. Whether you\u2019re doing it consciously or unconsciously, exerting extra pressure on your teeth can affect dental implants. However, that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t get them. Keep reading to learn what you can do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Defining Teeth Grinding and Clenching<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Teeth grinding and clenching is also known as \u201cbruxism\u201d. In this case, the terms \u201cgrinding\u201d and \u201cclenching\u201d are pretty literal. Those with bruxism might gnash their teeth, bite down repeatedly, or squeeze their jaw tight. The common thread is that they\u2019re putting pressure on their teeth, gums, and jaw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The problem is that mouths are pretty strong. Sometimes this pressure is enough to break down teeth or cause chronic jaw pain<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Does Bruxism Affect Dental Implants?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If bruxism can affect natural teeth, the habit can certainly affect a dental implant. However, having your implant worn down over time isn\u2019t the only complication to be concerned about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Part of the reason dental implant recovery is so long is that your jawbone has to integrate with your implant. It\u2019s important to be gentle on your teeth while this occurs, otherwise your bone and implant won\u2019t mesh. If you grind or clench your teeth compulsively, your implant could very well fail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Can I Get Dental Implants with Bruxism?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fortunately, your dentist can help! Once they know the details of your bruxism and assess your mouth, they can custom make your implants to account for your oral habits. In some cases, crafting your implant to a specific shape or using special materials is enough to help it avoid extra pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In other cases, your dentist might recommend a mouthguard. This might sound simplistic, but placing a barrier between your teeth significantly reduces pressure! If sleep is the main culprit behind your bruxism, this is likely to be a good solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since teeth grinding and clenching can affect your dental implants, it\u2019s important to consult with your dentist about the issue. They\u2019ll do what they can to ensure a successful replacement, but they\u2019re not mind readers! You\u2019ll have to work together to find your best-fit treatment plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Ashraf Seif knows what it\u2019s like to be nervous about dental treatment. He makes sure his patients are comfortable and confident with their next step plans. A big part of that is ensuring his patients are well informed about their options. If you have questions or concerns about the dental implant process, Dr. Seif would be happy to consult with you! You can contact his office at 281-837-9122 or explore his website<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Dental implants are an investment. And not only in terms of money \u2013 the recovery process can be quite lengthy. It makes sense that you would want them to last as long as possible. These replacements are known for their durability, but if you\u2019re thinking ahead, you might be wondering if certain dental habits could […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-96","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.baytowngentledental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/96","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.baytowngentledental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.baytowngentledental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.baytowngentledental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.baytowngentledental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=96"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.baytowngentledental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/96\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":98,"href":"https:\/\/www.baytowngentledental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/96\/revisions\/98"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.baytowngentledental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=96"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.baytowngentledental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=96"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.baytowngentledental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=96"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}