Some of the most commonly overlooked signs of bite trauma are, wear facets, enamel vertical stress fracture lines, receding gums, exposed root surfaces, teeth mobility and teeth shifting, excess bone growth, joint noises, jaw muscle tenderness and headaches.
Our parents and grandparents lost their teeth to this once obscure cause. If you suspect that you have gum disease, or if your treatment approach produces limited to no results, ask your dentist for an assessment of signs of bite trauma.
For a unique computerized bite assessment, call our Appointment Secretary at 714-529-2626 in Brea, Ca. or 626.810.5000 in West Covina,Ca.