{"id":115,"date":"2025-07-25T03:42:24","date_gmt":"2025-07-25T03:42:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.granddentalsycamore.com\/blog\/?p=115"},"modified":"2025-07-30T04:06:42","modified_gmt":"2025-07-30T04:06:42","slug":"clear-aligners-teeth-grinding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.granddentalsycamore.com\/blog\/2025\/07\/25\/clear-aligners-teeth-grinding\/","title":{"rendered":"Clenching with Clear Aligners: Can Bruxism Keep You From Orthodontic Treatment?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Achieving a straighter set of teeth with clear aligners<\/a> can be an exciting realization for many people. This discreet solution offers many great benefits and delivers faster results, on average, than traditional metal braces. But one thing you may wonder is whether your teeth grinding habit will keep you from being treated with this subtle orthodontic solution. Keep reading to find out if bruxism will be a roadblock or if moving forward with clear aligners will prove beneficial in alleviating your clenching and grinding habit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What is Concerning About Bruxism & Clear Aligners?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The truth is that while there will likely be some wear to your trays, they\u2019re unlikely to be fully damaged because you are only required to wear them 1-2 weeks at a time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bruxism is the grinding and clenching of your teeth throughout the day and\/or while you are asleep. As pressure forms and causes teeth to move against each other, this habitual practice can wear down tooth enamel, resulting in erosion, sensitivity, and jaw pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although a nightguard can be crafted to serve as a barrier to protect your teeth, it cannot be worn if you decide to pursue clear aligners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These custom-made trays may be designed to straighten teeth, but they require 20-22 hours of wear time, which means keeping them in while you\u2019re sleeping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Can Clear Aligners Alleviate Teeth Grinding?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Believe it or not, clear aligners don\u2019t just straighten teeth, create space for overcrowded smiles, and close unnecessary gaps. They also realign bites that cause increased jaw pain, enamel erosion, and teeth grinding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By continuing to wear your trays for the appropriate amount of time each day, you can shift your bite over time and begin to experience functional and fluid movement between the upper and lower rows of teeth. This produces a more beautiful appearance as well as a healthier and usable smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you begin to notice that your teeth are coming together properly, you may discover a decline in your grinding and clenching habit. This positive change can help take the pressure off your jaw joints while also continuing to protect your teeth, keeping them damage-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is no reason to disqualify yourself for clear aligners just because you suffer from bruxism. Talk to your orthodontist about the situation and see what kind of plan they can create to not only protect your teeth but also realign your bite for a healthier smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Grand Dental \u2013 Sycamore
<\/strong>At Grand Dental \u2013 Sycamore, clear aligners remain a pivotal service for those who want to experience life without struggling to eat, speak, or feel good about the way they look. When teeth appear gapped, crowded, or crooked, or a bite is \u201coff,\u201d these discreet trays can change the function and appearance much faster than with traditional braces. When a patient arrives complaining of bruxism but wants clear aligners to straighten their teeth, we can develop a plan that helps them achieve their smile goals without sacrificing the health of their pearly whites and jaw joints. If you grind your teeth but want to address your misaligned bite, visit our website<\/a> to learn more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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