TMJ & orofacial
Written by Janne SakkinenOMT & Occupational Health Physiotherapist, University Instructor
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Teeth grinding isn't just a dental problem. According to a sleep physician, it's linked to how your sleep is regulated.
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Teeth grinding isn't just a dental problem. According to a sleep physician, it's linked to how your sleep is regulated.
Teeth grinding isn't just a dental problem. According to a sleep physician, it's linked to how your sleep is regulated.
OMT Physical Therapist Janne Sakkinen guides step-by-step clinical protocols and self-care exercises tailored for TMJ and jaw rehabilitation.
If symptoms relating to "Why You Grind Your Teeth at Night (A Sleep Doctor Explains)" persist for more than 1–2 weeks, interfere with sleep or daily function, an in-person OMT evaluation is recommended to identify the root cause and ensure proper rehabilitation.
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Explains typical masseter trigger-point referral patterns and teaches a simple stick-bite test to determine whether jaw/tooth/ear pain is coming from the chewing muscles or the jaw joint itself.
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Walks through what overloads the jaw's masseter muscle (stress, clenching, posture) and demonstrates precise self-massage, stretching and taping techniques for both the superficial and deep parts of the muscle.
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Explains the stress/hormone drivers behind daytime and nighttime teeth clenching (bruxism) and gives practical relaxation techniques, mouth guard tips, and a bedtime breathing routine to reduce clenching.
Get instant access to Janne Sakkinen's official Google Drive folder with exercise guides and rehabilitation protocols.
Get free PDF guides (Google Drive)Medical disclaimer: The information presented in this article is strictly for educational purposes and does not replace a clinical physical therapy evaluation, medical diagnosis, or individualized treatment plan.
