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Expert: - 7/28/2006


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I started grinding and clinching after I had dental work each time untill it was finished.I did it really bad.I would catch myself in the mornings.It went away I havent been doing it now and I am almost back to normal.Have you seen that happen?Is this normal ? Is clinching and grinding the same as tmj or are they two seperate things? do they go hand in hand?Thanks for your time

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Grinding and clenching could lead to tmj problems .If you find you stopped grinding your teeth you're fine. If you find yourself waking up every morning and your jaw is sore you might be grinding in your sleep. If this is the case a nightguard could help with this .
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Dr.Rafael Mosery

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Rafael Mosery,D.D.S.

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I`m a practicing general dentist for 26 years. Member of ADA,NYSDA,SDDS. In addition I am a fellow of the ICOI.My emphasis is on Implant Dentistry .I would be happy to answer questions regarding implant dentistry as well as general dental questions. Ofcourse within the limitations of no clinical exam and the absence of radiographs .

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Private practice for 26 years. Have kept up to date with continuing education throughout that time.




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ADA,NYDSA,SDDS,ICOI fellow,Penninsula Hospital Dental Society

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NYU College of Dentistry DDS 1984 NYU College of Dentistry Surgical and prosthetic implantology program 1999-2001

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