05/25/2026
Check in for a second. Are your teeth pressed together? A lot of people carry tension in their jaw without realizing it — at their desk, in the car, scrolling on their phone. It feels normal because it's become a habit.
But when your teeth are constantly touching or clenching, your jaw muscles never fully relax. Over time, that leads to grinding, tension headaches, sore jaw muscles, and wear on your enamel that can't be undone.
The fix starts with awareness. Lips together, teeth apart. It sounds simple, but the hard part is remembering to do it.
If you're waking up with jaw soreness or headaches, that's worth bringing up at your next visit. We can take a look at whether grinding is affecting your teeth and talk through your options.