Bruxism Treatment in Charleston

Teeth grinding relief starts here

If you wake up with a sore jaw or frequent headaches, you could be dealing with bruxism, unconscious teeth clenching or grinding, often during sleep. Over time, this pressure can cause serious damage to your teeth and jaw.

At Costa + Williams Dentistry in Charleston, we specialize in identifying the root causes of bruxism and crafting custom solutions that bring relief, before the damage worsens. Whether you’re experiencing worn teeth, TMJ discomfort, or just want to stop grinding altogether, we’re here to help.

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Signs of Teeth Clenching and GrindingHow to know if you have bruxism

You may not even realize you’re grinding your teeth at night, but the symptoms add up over time. Here are a few red flags:

  • Waking up with jaw or facial soreness
  • Frequent headaches or earaches
  • Cracked, chipped, or worn – down teeth
  • Clicking or popping in the jaw
  • Soreness after chewing tough foods

The sooner we catch the signs, the easier it is to prevent more serious issues like tooth fractures, gum recession, or jaw dysfunction.

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Our Approach to Bruxism CarePersonalized treatment that goes deeper

No two cases of bruxism are exactly alike. That’s why we focus on whole-person dentistry, considering your lifestyle, medical history, bite alignment, and stress levels. Dr. Costa and Dr. Williams have advanced training in occlusion and TMJ health, equipping them to uncover the real reason behind your teeth grinding and offer targeted solutions, including:

  • Custom night guards or splints to protect your teeth and guide your jaw into a relaxed position
  • Bite correction to rebalance your chewing pressure and prevent future damage
  • Lifestyle support for addressing sleep apnea, acid reflux, anxiety, and other root causes of clenching

Dentistry Built Around You We take time to listen and understand

Bruxism can be frustrating, especially when past providers have dismissed it as “just stress.” At Costa + Williams, we believe you deserve to feel heard, and healed. We limit our patient volume each day so you never feel rushed. Every exam includes time for questions, explanations, and collaborative decision-making. Our goal is to give you lasting comfort, not just a quick fix.

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