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Why Does Grinding Damage Teeth So Badly?

The Problem: The Daily Grind

You wake up with a sore jaw or a headache. Your partner says you make noise in your sleep. Over time, your teeth start to look shorter, flatter, or jagged. You're literally grinding your smile away, often without realizing it.

Why This Is Regrettable

Enamel doesn't grow back. Once you grind it away, it's gone forever. Realizing that you've permanently aged your smile by 20 years simply because of stress or sleep habits is a heavy realization. You wish you had protected them sooner.

The Simple Truth: Stress Comes Out at Night

Bruxism (grinding) puts massive force on your teeth—far more than chewing. It can crack teeth, destroy dental work, and flatten your bite. It's often a subconscious release of stress, happening while you sleep, so you can't consciously stop it.

What Should Happen Instead

You should identify wear patterns early. Look for flattened canines or small chips on your front teeth. These are the early warning signs. Protecting your teeth with a night guard is a simple, non-invasive way to stop the damage in its tracks.

How DentaSmart Helps

DentaSmart identifies the signs of the grind. Our AI scans for abnormal wear patterns, flattened surfaces, and gum recession often caused by clenching. We alert you to these signs so you can get a guard and protect your investment before you need expensive reconstruction.

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