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Sep 12

If you have been diagnosed with bruxism, which is characterized by the unconscious clenching and grinding of the teeth, you may be dealing with some of the problematic symptoms that make this condition difficult to alleviate. At Dentistry on Parkdale, Dr. Karen Ho and her team in Hamilton, Ontario, can assist and make treatment recommendations that solve […]

Sep 10

If you experience tooth pain from grinding teeth or participate in high-contact sports, you must talk to your dentist about mouthguards and nightguards. Dr. Karen Ho and her team at Dentistry on Parkdale in Hamilton, Ontario, believe in providing solutions for common dental issues and finding ways to protect the smile from damage whenever possible. What are […]

Dec 28

Oral appliance therapy for bruxism is a popular treatment that can help prevent damage to the smile caused by teeth grinding. This special night guard is effective and affordable with Dr. Karen Ho of Hamilton, Ontario. At Dentistry on Parkdale, patients of all ages with clenching and grinding issues may ask about oral appliance therapy. […]

Sep 02

Bruxism is a common problem that affects many people. It is a condition where you grind or clench your teeth. This can happen during the day or night, and it can cause a lot of pain and discomfort. For some people, it can even lead to serious dental problems. If you think you might have […]

Feb 28

Are you suffering from the effects of grinding or clenching your teeth while you’re sleeping? If so, you may be experiencing bruxism. And if you live in Hamilton, Ontario, the team at Dentistry on Parkdale in Hamilton, Ontario, can address this with night guards. What then is bruxism? Bruxism is a common side effect of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) […]

Apr 07

Many patients are unaware that they are experiencing issues when they sleep that can impact their oral health and wellness. Conditions such as clenching and grinding can contribute to problems such as worn or broken natural teeth and restorations. Additionally, this condition, called bruxism, can cause patients to experience muscle tension and pain in the […]

May 28

Grit your teeth and bear the painful symptoms of bruxism no more! Effective and easy relief from teeth-grinding and -clenching is available at your friendly neighborhood dentist’s office, Dentistry on Parkdale. Dr. Karen Ho is on the front lines of this common, destructive condition. Patients may visit for routine exams, only to learn they are […]

Oct 22

Do you wake up each morning with jaw pain, earaches, or headaches? Are you noticing a pattern of grinding or clenching your teeth? If you answered “yes” to either one of these questions, you may have a very common dental condition known as bruxism. While the exact cause of bruxism is difficult to pinpoint, it […]

Jul 19

At Dentistry on Parkdale, Hamilton, ON area patients have access to the solutions they need to improve their smile’s health and wellness. When patients have received a diagnosis of conditions such as bruxism or temporomandibular joint disorder, they need to take certain steps to protect their smile from the damage these conditions can cause. Our […]

May 09

Do you wake up with frequent headaches, a stiff jaw, or a dull toothache? If the answer is yes, you may have a common condition called bruxism. Bruxism is the grinding or clenching of teeth during night and it can cause several unpleasant symptoms such as insomnia, tooth damage or sensitivity, headaches, and insomnia. While […]

Mar 15

Have you noticed that your jaw or teeth are sore when you wake up? Do you have headaches that seem to radiate from the jaw and up the side of your head? If so, you might have bruxism, a condition that occurs when patients clench and grind their teeth, especially while sleeping. Patients in Hamilton […]