Bruxism Treatment in Surbiton

Understand, manage, and prevent teeth grinding with tailored treatments designed to protect your smile and restore comfort

Bruxism Treatment in Surbiton: Expert Care for Teeth Grinding

At our practice, we provide expert bruxism treatment in Surbiton with a comprehensive, patient-centred approach. While a custom-fitted mouth guard can protect your teeth from wear and fractures, we go beyond surface protection—working to identify and address the underlying causes, such as stress, bite misalignment, or sleep disturbances.

Through a combination of preventive care, detailed bite assessments, and personalised lifestyle guidance, our bruxism treatment in Surbiton is tailored to your unique needs. Our goal is not just to safeguard your smile, but to help you achieve lasting relief, improved comfort, and better overall oral health.

Bruxism: Causes, Symptoms & Solutions

Bruxism is the involuntary grinding or clenching of teeth, which most often happens during sleep but can also occur while awake. It affects people of all ages and can range from mild to severe. If left untreated, bruxism can cause dental damage, jaw pain, and other related problems.

Common Causes of Bruxism:

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea
  • Abnormal bite or misaligned teeth
  • Lifestyle factors like excessive caffeine, alcohol, or smoking
  • Certain medications or medical conditions

Typical Symptoms:

  • Grinding or clenching noises during sleep
  • Jaw pain, tightness, or soreness
  • Frequent headaches, especially around the temples
  • Worn, cracked, or flattened teeth
  • Earaches or ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
  • Difficulty sleeping or disrupted sleep

Forms of Bruxism

Grinding (Bruxing)

Moving the teeth side to side or back and forth forcefully. Often occurs during the day (awake bruxism), especially under stress or focus.

Tapping

Repeated light tapping of the teeth together, sometimes unconsciously. Less common but can occur during periods of concentration or nervousness.

Clenching

Forcefully holding the teeth together without movement. Often occurs during the day (awake bruxism), especially under stress or focus.

How Does Bruxism Treatment At Surbiton Smile Centre Work?

1. Discuss Your Symptoms With Us
The best treatment for bruxism depends on its cause and severity. By asking detailed questions and performing a thorough dental examination, we can identify the underlying factors contributing to your teeth grinding or jaw clenching. Based on the extent of tooth damage and its root cause, we’ll recommend the most effective treatment plan tailored to you.

2. Consider Wearing a Custom Mouthguard
A specially designed mouthguard, custom-fitted to your upper teeth, can protect them from the wear and damage caused by grinding against your lower teeth during sleep. While mouthguards are highly effective at managing the symptoms, they do not cure bruxism itself but help minimise its impact.

3. Manage Stress and Practice Relaxation
Stress and anxiety are common triggers for bruxism. Incorporating relaxation techniques—such as listening to calming music, reading, walking, or taking a warm bath—can significantly reduce grinding. Counselling or therapy may also be beneficial by equipping you with effective strategies for managing stress. Additionally, applying a warm, damp cloth to your jaw can relieve muscle soreness from clenching.

4. Evaluate and Correct Jaw Alignment
An uneven bite, where your teeth don’t fit together properly, can worsen bruxism. We may recommend adjustments by smoothing high spots on your teeth or dental treatments like fillings, crowns, or orthodontics to correct your bite and reduce grinding.

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Meet your Bruxism Expert Dentist

Dr. Simin Soltani

DDS . MSC . SWEDEN

Principal Dentist and founder of Surbiton Smile Centre since 2002, brings over 31 years of global experience-trained at the Karolinska Institute (Stockholm), Eastman (London), and Münster, Germany.

Specialising in cosmetic dentistry and implantology, she holds a Master’s in Oral Medicine & Implantology and skilled in bone grafting, sinus lifts, veneers, crowns, and full-mouth rehabilitations.

A compassionate advocate of preventive and minimally invasive care, she’s known for delivering aesthetically mindful treatments that stand the test of time.

Patient Reviews

“I’ve been visiting the team at SSC for 9 months or so. My treatment included a front tooth implant plus upper and lower alignment. From start to finish the team were fantastic – especially good with appointment times, availability and patient communication. I’ve recently concluded my treatment and I couldn’t be happier with the results. I’d highly recommend to someone looking for first class cosmetic dental treatment. Thank you Simin, Theo, Claudia, Fernanda and Wendy.”

Lewis Chadwick

“Really happy with this practice – Dr Soltani is lovely and a very good dentist. Waiting times are close to none and the staff are professional and friendly. I did a teeth whitening treatment with the Enlighten method and worked amazingly.”

Ruxandra Lapusneanu

“She was brilliant. She explained exactly what she was doing. Reassured me thoroughly and I felt at ease. Considering it was Good Friday and in the evening, the price was very fair. If you are in need of a Dentist, then definitely call them.”

Brenda Baker

I had my Invisalign treatment here and am very pleased with the results. This was with the recommendation of Sure Smile aligners which have worked well. Special thanks to resident orthodontist Theo, Simin and the rest of the team as they are all very professional and friendly.

D. Bowman

Dr Soltani and her team at Surbiton Smile Centre has given me exceptional service over the last 5 years. The whole team are highly experienced as well as very friendly. I have done an implant, a crown and braces – all treatments were of first-class. I will certainly continue to let them look after my dental health and strongly recommend Surbiton Smile Centre!

Emi Watanabe

I have been going to Surbiton Smile Centre for nearly 20 years, that is surely testament to their service, friendliness, advice and overall experience. Fine fine work Simin and Wendy!

Chris Napper

Dr Simin Soltani and the Surbiton Smile Centre team have been world class. The professionalism, quality of treatment, and customer experience have been exemplary.

David Talbot

I needed quite a bit of dental work so went to a few different surgeries to get their opinions. I chose Surbiton Smile Centre because Dr Soltani actually gave me options – all of which would work to varying degrees and, significantly, to varying costs. She took the time to try the most cost-effective option, but always with the possibility of shifting course if needed. Eventually, to get my teeth decently functional, I needed quite a few crowns – including on front teeth. She allowed me time to get used to the adjustments as the process went on, and always made sure each stage was both comfortable and looked good. I am very pleased with the result, again both aesthetically and functionally. Would most heartily recommend!

Gareth Davies

I recommend my dentist, Simin with the highest regard. Over the years, she has transformed my problematic mouth to a smile of stable, healthy teeth.
Simin has restored an old implant for me and also inserted a new one. She has helped me with crowns and also replaced old black fillings with natural looking white ones. Simin has always been very professional, kind and helpful.
Thank you Simin!

Marina Craig

I have been going to Surbiton Smile Centre for approximately 5 years. The service, treatments and team are exceptional. Simin Soltani, the principal dentist is amazing, her work is to a very high standard, and she makes you feel at ease. My teeth have never been as healthy since I joined the practice. I would highly recommend Surbiton Smile Centre and Simin to anyone. The best Dentist in Surbiton!

Julia Granados-Gillow

Easily the most outstanding dental practice I have ever visited. Simin, Fernanda, Theo and Wendy provide personalised service and make you feel extremely welcome and well cared for. This team really cares about getting great results for their clients and go above and beyond. I have received dental, orthodontic and hygienist services and they have all been amazing. Would strongly recommend.

Mark Weller

I would highly recommend to anyone to visit Surbiton Smile Centre, especially to people with dental complications in need of a cosmetic treatment to regain a confident smile. After a consultation with the knowledgeable team at Surbiton Smile Centre I was confident that having my treatment done as they also have a team that can translate make easy to understand. I had implant and cosmetic veneer treatment I have had dental work, check-ups and teeth cleaning done at Surbiton Smile Centre. I highly recommend Surbiton Smile Centre for their expert treatment, friendly staff, great service, and reasonable prices. All my friends and family have commented on my fantastic new teeth and my partner had treatment at Surbiton Smile Centre because I told her of my positive experience. I cannot thank Dr Simin and all team Surbiton Smile Centre

Mark Weller

Frequently Asked Questions on Jaw clenching & Bruxism Treatment Surbiton, Surrey

Signs include waking up with a sore jaw, headaches, worn or chipped teeth, and complaints from a partner about grinding noises while you sleep. A dentist can also spot telltale signs during an exam.

Yes, if untreated, bruxism can wear down tooth enamel, cause tooth fractures, lead to jaw pain, headaches, and even temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders.

Yes, a custom-made mouthguard worn at night can protect your teeth from grinding damage and reduce jaw strain. However, it manages symptoms rather than curing the condition.

See a dentist if you experience persistent jaw pain, tooth damage, frequent headaches, or if a partner notices you grinding your teeth during sleep. Early treatment can prevent serious complications.

Yes, stress and anxiety are among the most common triggers for bruxism. Managing stress through relaxation techniques or therapy can often help reduce teeth grinding and jaw clenching.

Yes, bruxism is quite common in children and often linked to growth, stress, or misaligned teeth. Most children outgrow it without treatment, but if it causes pain or dental problems, a dentist should evaluate it.

Teeth grinding at night is often caused by stress, anxiety, sleep disorders, or misaligned teeth.

Using a custom night guard, managing stress, and improving sleep habits can help stop teeth grinding during sleep.

Jaw pain from clenching is due to muscle strain and pressure on the temporomandibular joint caused by excessive grinding or clenching.

Yes, a night guard helps protect your teeth from damage caused by grinding and reduces jaw muscle strain.

There are custom-made night guards from dentists, over-the-counter boil-and-bite guards, and softer or harder materials depending on your needs.

While over-the-counter guards exist, custom-fitted mouth guards from a dentist offer better comfort, fit, and protection.

A mouth guard protects your teeth from damage but does not cure the underlying causes like stress or misalignment.

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