TMJ, Sleep Apnea, Grinding and Clenching your Teeth: What You Need To Know

[@suem.3651]

Regarding your slogan, I want to add what I learned from a wonderful dentist/Diplomat of the Board of Oral facial Pain, Dr. David Grauer, 20 years ago: “lips closed, teeth apart, tongue parked (on the roof of the mouth)”. I’ve been doing it for so long its second nature!

[@wmpetroff2307]

Now that I am aware of bruxism I will practice ''lips together, teeth apart'' while I am at school. I do catch myself clenching while I am grading papers. Thank you I am practicing that slogan at this moment! You guys totally rock!!

[@r.k862]

GUYS I FINALLY FOUND THE SOLUTION TO WHY I WAS CLENCHING MY TEETH WHILE SLEEPING! It was revealed to me that the style of pillow I was sleeping on had a curve on the edge, so when that curve was putting a little pressure on my Jaws I was clenching my teeth while sleeping it was so bad! So what I did was to sleep on a flat pillow instead and now no more teeth clenching while sleeping! Glory to Jesus for revealing this to me while I was praying 🙏 Hope this helps someone

[@1x1HealthyEnergybyAndrew]

Amen

[@Phillyo118]

lol, yeah Jesus did it.

[@katydid1600]

@@Phillyo118 yes Philip, Jesus heals many things.

[@Phillyo118]

@@katydid1600 so does the fairy godmother 😂

[@nancylouin2002]

@@Phillyo118 don't mock what you don't understand. It's like physicians mocking proper nutrition

[@SS-dp7lt]

I have such bad TMJ I’ve tried everything and my stress is so bad but staring at you two helps heheeh 🥰

[@AsalBasalTum]

Night guards are horrible especially if your teeth are crooked! It caused them other teeth pin! I’m Clenching night and day, got a noise popping in the jaw when chewing , sensitive teeth, nerve damage fillings bending and falling out. Nobody offer anything else than guards. now I’m connecting the dots - always having “allergies” have to breath mouth only- because my nose is blocked. Or using one nostril only. Thanks for the info!

[@nancylouin2002]

I just had the mercury removed from my mouth and the grinding has lessened since. I think the apnea may have been from the mercury too-my body trying to resist the mercury vapor.

[@CaliGRITS]

I will definitely take your advice and become more aware of my teeth touching while I am awake. It is so annoying when I feel my bottom teeth grinding against the underside of my 2 front teeth during the day. Thanks for sharing this great video!

[@toothbrothers262]

Glad we could help!

[@rebeccaaustin9989]

I developed a clenching habit when I started wearing aligners and it messed my neck and shoulders up. I am hopeful I can change this habit soon. :)

[@celinegroep5521]

You guys deserve so many subscribers and views! Thank you for this helpful information ❤️

[@wendyd1229]

Great advice. I came across this video looking for best TMD sleep positions. Interestingly the question at the beginning prompted a no from me. Over the years I trained myself to be self aware by resting the tip of my tongue behind my lower teeth with lips together. It really helps. My issue is when I sleep.

[@suem.3651]

I am with you. I have trouble during sleep, and am sure part of it is having minor sleep apnea and developing allergies to my dog, who often sleeps with me.

[@9822kh]

Thank you for doing this video and for all the helpful information! I've been struggling with clenching my jaw without me evening knowing for years and through the night. I recently did physical therapy for it and it helped somewhat open my jaw more without pain but of course i still clench at night undoing the therapy also I wear a "sleep right" mouth guard because I have braces now and i needed something to lessen the effect of my clenching without getting in the way of my braces which will soon be off and i can get a better guard until my body learns to stop clenching at night. I haven't been tested for sleep apnea I feel like it's something to look into to rule out all the issues I'm having with TMJ.

[@toothbrothers262]

Glad we can help you! We are only here to give advice. At the end of the day, if you’re having jaw pain or issues we suggest you be evaluated by your Dentist to rule out any other issues. Thank you!!

[@freeiran4885]

Thank for your informative video. Great opening with the slogan!

[@0oKAYMULAHo0]

My tmd is so bad my jaw constantly locks. But I always have my teeth apart lips together n tongue on my roof top. BUT THIS IS THE POSITION I CLENCH MY JAW IN

[@ljezebel1]

Sooooo besides finding out why were clenching & buying or having a special night guard being made. How can we fix this by making it stop forever????

[@mylene_b]

I'll give you my advice as a woman with bruxism. Go see an ORL doctor. You need to see if your nose and/or tongue have a problem. For example, a deviated septum or a narrow airway can cause bruxism. As for the tongue, a tongue tie can cause bruxism. What I also recommend is taking a sleep apnea test, they give you a machine and you do the test at home. If the test at home isn't conclusive, do a sleep apnea test at a specialized clinic or hospital.

[@Imawhiteboard]

Wow .. I know I have sleep apnea and I heard my teeth grinding so loud or woke me up. The sleep specialist told me I was grinding.. but I honestly forgot about that. So I realize it all goes together thanks for the video... It's very helpful just understanding is great

[@jambai4200]

I grind my teeth while sleeping and get headaches in the morning. I think changing my pillow helps too

[@Sophiebx]

I’m literally bawling from it rn

[@dawnjohnstonbaugh8231]

I have constant headaches due to clenching and have now broken my tooth for the 4th time. It's getting unbearable.

[@jessicamunchkin1937]

I understand your pain. I am on the edge of break my tooth too. I have night guard and I have done botox. Nothing helps. Just non-stop pain. Maybe I will try the sleep thing to see if i have a sleeping issue.

[@nancylouin2002]

@@jessicamunchkin1937 I'm curious, do you have mercury in your mouth? I wonder if there is any correlation between mercury fillings(called "silver") and apnea and bruxism?

[@RaciouS91]

U deserved more viewers!!

[@toothbrothers262]

Thanks for your support!’

[@therandiked]

I have a night guard. My teeth don't hurt anymore. But jaw joint hurts. I am not stress have no problems in life. Could this be a bite problems ?

[@natalifi]

Did you find any solution for your joint pain? Hope so 🙏

[@ronilm7393]

Just thank you!!!!! Wow

[@alex22314]

Besides of being so handsome, you both are clever and so professional! This video is not long, it is very informative. I wish my dentist would have referred me to a Dr who sees breathing problems. I went to the Dentist because I was grinding my teeth. Months later I found out I have CENTRAL Sleep Apnea. Sleep apnea IS serious, as you said. If left untreated, gets worse. Question: is biting my tongue while sleep could be also the Sleep apnea or the jaw? Thank you!

[@vassilevbb]

Thank you! Blessings!

[@toothbrothers262]

You’re welcome. Thanks for subscribing!

[@AGroupFilmz]

Thank you guys for your very helpful information, I really appreciate your explanation in details.

[@tradingwithwill7214]

I got diagnosed with condyle bone being lower than the coronoid process so it is pushing into the fossa area with nerves. I am quite stressed about it. I even had a bite plane which apparently was making it worse even though it protects the teeth from wear and tear. The only hope is getting vitamin d, calcium etc to harden the condyle.

[@natalifi]

How are you doing now? Did you find any solution/treatment for your condyle bone issue? What exactly are exactly your symptoms? Hope you got better 🙏

[@britaahonen1489]

Have they ever heard of an ioniser?

[@artique9690]

I went to many doctors for TMJ, unfortunately nothing really did work for me.

[@artique9690]

Although was temporary relief but again it's back. Most dentist Don't know about TMJ issues, and Most people when they recommend are under confident. If I get a good cure would definitely post it here

[@beverlyroemer5161]

Me I’m grinding my teeth 😬😞 I’m getting some new splints on the 17th and I hope 🤞🏻 this will help me for every topic your going to mention in this video I can’t turn my head one way and I have a bipap and hope things will get better thank you for sharing with us

[@natalifi]

How are you now? Was the splints helpful for you?

[@sjeevitha842]

I m currently using mouth guard ,,,How to cure this teeth grinding problem permanently...is there any way

[@toothbrothers262]

With time, people will usually begin to stop. Unfortunately, the only thing we can do is manage the symptoms with a night guard and sometimes medications. Some Dentist are even doing Botox to relax the muscles. Thanks for your question!

[@sjeevitha842]

@@toothbrothers262 thnks for ur reply

[@kjc4779]

Im seriously considering botox even tho i don't want to do it. Cuz I've been grinding my teeth for almost 20yrs. And its annoying my husband

[@sjeevitha842]

@@kjc4779 did u put botox,,will it cause any side effects

[@jessicamunchkin1937]

@@sjeevitha842 try botox, even though it didn't stop my pain, but it did soften my musle a little bit. I am still searching for better answers.

[@katjatishkova]

Great video! Thank you 😊

[@user-zk8ck3my3l]

Is an at home sleep study sufficient?

[@34adnanali26]

This tmj clicking and popping is killing me

[@gjorgjikaranikolov4931]

What about narrow palate and misaligned teeth. I clench at night. I went ti orthodontist and he suggested MSE palate expander and then braces or aligners?

[@TheBradleyBliss]

I got a night guard in 2019 from my dentist for teeth grinding (top of the mouth, later I realized I have sleep apnea and just got a machine. Is it best to use just the machine or try both?

[@boricubapr]

thak you

[@jsavannah123]

I have all of these

[@stumpythetarantula]

Can I wear the mouth guard and cpap at the same time?

[@toothbrothers262]

If you can tolerate it, yes!

[@stumpythetarantula]

@@toothbrothers262 Thank you

[@MerlinAndPercy]

thank you guys, so helpful. I need to invest in a night guard

[@rohitventrapragada1632]

Will cpap help if cause of grinding is apnea?

[@sofluffyunicorn]

Can a mouthguard cause bite issues for example open bite? I have a small open bite and my dentist told me to get a mouthguard made but will the guard make my open bite worse because there is space between teeth. Thank you

[@britaahonen1489]

How do they know about the forced clench? It's not their body. This is actually a dangerous place. They shouldn't know ALL THE WRONG THINGS.

[@nancylouin2002]

What are the right things? Please be specific so we can learn from each other

[@ibragang]

What if it Is wired shut can the teeth grind cause I feel a shock pain while trying to sleep

[@britaahonen1489]

I can see they've got it in their own jaws. So, what's their job can they explain?

[@xxwendyx]

I’m going through a lot of stress atm woke up to my jaw joint sore & popping, I have a teeth whitening guard I might wear one half to bed might help

[@OzmaOfOzz]

It could help, my mouth guard helped for few months! Now I'm back to clenching at night, even with a mouth guard 😪 I've noticed I do it when I dream, and I dream a lot...

[@demetrio11]

ok, I have been grinding the heckout of my teeth, breaking many. I also have sleep apnea....what do I do??? Please help

[@4jsaj]

First, see a sleep medicine specialist to perform a sleep study. They’ll delve into what’s going on & if you’ll need to see a pulmonologist consistently…And go from there…

[@nancylouin2002]

Do you have mercury in your mouth? I got mine out and the grinding and apnea have reduced. I hope it lasts! I also started vitamin K2(thorne) and hydroxyapatite toothpaste(David's)and a high quality balanced calcium supplement (country life target mins calcium magnesium). I'm feeling better, and I hope it lasts.

[@dtm1933]

Gosh ..of all the videos..this is the one that mentioned sleep apnea could be an underlying issue...!!!

[@insightandintuition276]

Cvs tooth guard says u can’t use it if you have a cavity with no filling or 2 or more teeth missing 🤷‍♀️drs what is your point of view on that please?

[@chantiacalhoun9147]

Of course they are but I am wearing my bite guard

[@PTsPointofView]

I can't afford a professional gard

[@jkarma3356]

i have a habit of my tongue rubbing against my teeth a lot should i be worried.

[@shinythomas7643]

When you say the things you are not supposed to say , you have the chance to miss your teeth.😃

[@jkarma3356]

@@shinythomas7643 huh?

[@toothbrothers262]

The only concern I have with this would be that it can potentially cause unwanted tooth movement depending on how consistent and how long throughout the day you’re applying pressure to your teeth. Believe it or not, your tongue is very powerful. Unwanted tooth movement can lead to disturbances in the function of your bite and the way your teeth come together. Think about braces, they apply pressure/forces to teeth to move teeth. Your tongue could do the same! If you don’t believe me google image “tongue thrust” and you’ll find plenty of pictures of open bites!

[@jkarma3356]

@@toothbrothers262 ok thanks.

[@WarrenSinger]

Hey guys just recently found out I got tmj out of the blue my jaw is not fully aligned the tmj spot that hurts is on my left side I’ve tried using the mouth guard and I wake up in the morning and my mouth and the side of my jaw is so sore , I’ve even tried the exercises seems to make it inflamed even more. Any suggestions 😩

[@jackiek4159]

Have you fixed this? I'm experiencing the same!

[@britaahonen1489]

No offence but you don't know what tmj is really. So your all professionals? What is it? As far as he'll concerned....

[@jac1161]

Yet another fail of the medical system. Teeth DO NOT get the attention it needs (another plandemic, or rather, battle of the war). Pulmonologists need to care (but then if people practice "lips together, teeth apart," getting help for their anxiety and underlying issues that precipitate and invite clenching and grinding. etc --- doesn't bring in money for the CPAP, sleep studies, repeats, etc. Also, cardiologists! They need to be talking about the [obvious to me] practice of flossing. And the nutritionists.....the list goes on. Thanks for the video. I learned some more things I can use in educating patients, family, friends and myself! :)

[@carlosperalta6029]

👍

[@britaahonen1489]

That's too the only proper advice they can give, think of where your teeth are.

[@toothbrothers262]

Hi Brita, thanks for commenting! Patient care is very individualized and it depends on what the symptoms are. This video is meant to be general advice. If you think you’re experiencing symptoms of TMD, please consult your Dentist.

[@marielynn3802]

Lips together teeth apart!

[@samgood8466]

I dont know if anyone will see this but is there any advice for an over bite? It seems impossible for me to have my teeth apart and my lips together in a non straining way on my jaw if that makes sense? Its almost as if I relax my bottom jaw at all it becomes too slack? I dont know if that makes any sense but I would love to hear any advice on it! Thanks for the videos!

[@toothbrothers262]

Thanks for your comment Sam. It’s hard to say exactly what your issue is without getting evaluated by your Dentist. It sounds like an Orthodontist might could help you though!

[@samgood8466]

@@toothbrothers262 Hello and thank you for your reply! Yeah I will talk to the dentist about it for sure. Would a dentist refer me to an orthodontist or do i go straight to an ortho? Thanks again for your swift reply and thank you for your channel! Your advice is great and actually being mindful of not clenching has helped me alot! (during the day at least haha) xx

[@toothbrothers262]

@@samgood8466 Glad we can help you. Thanks for watching. I would go see your general Dentist first. They can help guide you in the correct direction.

[@britaahonen1489]

I wouldn't personally pay for this treatment. Are they sure they couldn't be a better dentist?

[@michellekiwikat6590]

Okay advice doctors but it would be nice 👍🏻 to research the primary cause of teeth grinding. For example. A person who has abdominal pain and teeth grinding. It is highly likely that person has worms which can easily be resolved. Knowing the root cause of why a person grinds there teeth is more important. Yes stress causes as well. But do get to the root of the issue

[@nancylouin2002]

I think the mercury in my mouth and the "corrective" teeth braces that I wore as a child caused my problems. I just got the mercury out and I feel better and am not clenching as much. I'm also using vitamin K2 with a good calcium supplement and rebuilding toothpaste

[@matikacharles8509]

I thought my husband was possessed

[@toothbrothers262]

Hahaha

[@sherryamadeo2342]

bite my toungue while slpeeing

[@NicholasBedwell]

Just got diagnosed with sleep apnea yesterday. I asked the doctor and he told me they don’t have actual facts that’s sleep apnea contributes to Bruxism 🥺

[@britaahonen1489]

So your lifetime education, this condition is possibly magnetic, possibly not a real disease, it's more magnetic.

[@nancylouin2002]

Could you talk more about that please? I don't know about it.

[@dat_boiijosh4828]

For years I have had my Right side of my jaw lock occasionally when eating, talking or just yawning. A loud audible Pop. It used to hurt but it stopped hurting after two years or more, then it became annoying. Though I can control it now(This can sometimes come in handy when trying to disgust people😂😂) . I believe it’s cause my jaw is misaligned in some sort of way, or weirdly developed on the right side.. but I think I may have fixed it by keeping my jaw open rather then fully closed, cause it’s gone away but I have it appear at some points when eating. Just wanna see if anyone else had this problem ?

[@vishnunarayanan5658]

I had the same problem..after examination i found out that its my lower right side wisdom teeth which has grown horizontally and pulling other teeths..that locked my jaw and also hurting my right side more sometime..i have this issue for 6 months..and did oral surgery last week..i hope my issue will resolve soon

[@dat_boiijosh4828]

@@vishnunarayanan5658 I have a bit of the same problem, but wouldn’t think of it being from my teeth; My right side jaw has a tooth growing diagonally inwards, that’s the third from the back two wisdom teeth. Wonder if that has to be why my jaw seems oddly shaped compared to my perfect left side 🤔

[@clarocco419]

Can you really sleep with your mouth open all night?

[@dat_boiijosh4828]

@@clarocco419 wym ?

[@clarocco419]

@@dat_boiijosh4828 I'm sorry I reread your post. I misunderstood you. For some reason I thought you had bruxism and had better success sleeping with your mouth open. I'm suffering from bruxism. Its very painful and I cannot tolerate the night guard. Looking for alternative ways to deal with it. Sorry.

[@britaahonen1489]

They could knarl up their own jaws doing this.