Why Do I Clench or Grind My Teeth?

A night of clenching/grinding, can lead to inflammation and tension of the muscles upon waking. Poor sleep quality and increased stress leads to tight muscles and TMJ concerns. Myofunctional therapy teaches you how to maintain a healthy breathing pattern at night (and during the day) with a proper tongue resting position into the roof of your mouth, or more specifically, out of the airway. This results in a restful nights sleep with the parasympathetic nervous system activated to promote a rest and digest slumber.