If you’re missing teeth, you’ve probably been considering dental implants. This option comes with many benefits, and it has a success rate of over 95%. However, there is a common problem that can contribute to implant failure: teeth grinding (also known as bruxism). Usually, this issue occurs at night when you don’t even know it, but this unnecessary pressure can compromise your implants. Read on to learn more about how bruxism can affect dental implants and what you can do to protect your smile.
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