# Tip 1: Sleep!
We’ve all had nights when we just can’t switch off, and when we don’t get the sleep we need . And as a consequence, the next day, our concentration suffers, our moods sway, our stress goes up and even our heart rate is impacted. It’s so important that we try to get the recommended 7-9 hours’ sleep a night.
Did you know that stress can cause us to grind our teeth and or clenching our teeth or jaws?
Stress can have a huge negative impact on our general health and we see it often here in the practice. Don’t ignore the signs. Severe grinding can cause broken teeth (which in severe cases can result in extraction) and ulcers. If you’re struggling, please get in touch with the practice to see how we can help you to protect your teeth.