I am glad that you have taken action to try and relieve your teeth clenching symptoms (otherwise known as Bruxism (BRUK-siz-um) A condition in which you grind, gnash or clench your teeth.)
I can't tell you exactly how many acupuncture treatments will resolve your condition- although some people will respond well to only one treatment, more are often necessary. The frequency of treatment and number of treatments needed is related to the patient's condition.
Generally, the longer the patient has had the condition the longer the course of treatment will be before showing substantial and lasting results. Acupuncture can be scheduled as often as five times a week or as little as once a month.
Typically, in China, patients are treated two to five times a week. Although some patients respond favorably after only one or two treatments, others may not respond even until the ninth visit. As symptoms improve fewer visits are required.
A client should discuss his or her treatment program with the Acupuncturist, as each individual case is unique.
Anon, stick with it and don't give up! Be sure to ask your Acupuncturist for a detailed treatment program so you know what to expect. The alternative is to see your dentist who can make you teeth guard, but that is costly and I am not sure you'd want to wear it during the day? Again, it is an alternative, but don't give up on trying Acupuncture.
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Dear Anon,
I am glad that you have taken action to try and relieve your teeth clenching symptoms (otherwise known as Bruxism (BRUK-siz-um) A condition in which you grind, gnash or clench your teeth.)
I can't tell you exactly how many acupuncture treatments will resolve your condition- although some people will respond well to only one treatment, more are often necessary. The frequency of treatment and number of treatments needed is related to the patient's condition.
Generally, the longer the patient has had the condition the longer the course of treatment will be before showing substantial and lasting results. Acupuncture can be scheduled as often as five times a week or as little as once a month.
Typically, in China, patients are treated two to five times a week. Although some patients respond favorably after only one or two treatments, others may not respond even until the ninth visit. As symptoms improve fewer visits are required.
A client should discuss his or her treatment program with the Acupuncturist, as each individual case is unique.
Anon, stick with it and don't give up! Be sure to ask your Acupuncturist for a detailed treatment program so you know what to expect. The alternative is to see your dentist who can make you teeth guard, but that is costly and I am not sure you'd want to wear it during the day? Again, it is an alternative, but don't give up on trying Acupuncture.
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Kristin
December 27, 2014 - 9:14pmThis Comment
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