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Hard clenching and pulp necrosis:
Hii doctor, I, unconsciously, clench my teeth hard at night. Can the pressure on teeth, due to this, cause pulp necrosis?
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Go for a night guard for prevention óf the problem
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Hello dear
Please be calm
Yes there can be chances of pulpal necrosis but at a later stage
I request you to please get the treatment done early to prevent further progression
For further details you can consult me
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Clenching or night grinding is a very common condition .It causes uneven wearing of the teeth.and some times can expose the pulp which may lead to pulpal inflammation…simplest way to avoid this is to wear a night guard ..which can be made in dental office after taking the teeth impression…
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