Bruxism Teeth Grinding
Hypnotherapy For Bruxism
Hypnotherapy for Bruxism
Most people grind their teeth from time, but when teeth grinding occurs on a regular basis the teeth can be damaged and other complications can arise, including jaw damage.
Thousands of adults in the UK are affected by this condition and it is usually caused by psychological stress.
Why do people grind their teeth?
Teeth grinding can be caused by stress or anxiety or both and may occur unconsciously or in your sleep. Because teeth grinding often occurs whilst asleep, you can be unaware that you're doing it.
Is Bruxism harmful?
In some cases constant teeth grinding can cause loosening of the teeth or wear down the teeth and, eventually, tooth loss.
What can you do to prevent tooth grinding?
Your dentist can fit you with a protective mouth shield to protect your teeth during sleep.
Bruxism symptoms include:
- Tooth sensitivity
- Facial pain
- Clicking in the temporo-mandibular joint
- Earache
- Headaches and unexplained facial pain
- A grinding sound at night that disturbs someone sharing your bedroom
Hypnotherapy Treatment
If your doctor or dentist has diagnosed Bruxism there are many ways clinical hypnotherapy can help and benefit the sufferer.
You may receive training in the management of day to day stress, and of self hypnosis to enable you to use regular deep relaxation techniques and give yourself the relevant positive suggestions.
We can also work with you to build your confidence, self esteem or alternative coping strategies, whichever is appropriate.
Direct suggestions whilst in hypnosis to help relax the jaw and/or release negative emotions.
If you are interested in using clinical hypnotherapy for Bruxism, we have the experience to help you.
Please ensure your condition has been diagnosed by your GP or Dentist, and use a clinical hypnotherapist with experience in treating Bruxism..