Protruding bone under gums from clenching teeth?

Hi,


I have been diagnosed with bruxism (clenching my teeth) and I have a question regarding my bone/gums.. On the upper left side of my mouth the bone under my gums is protruding out.. this has been going on for a long time, but it never bothered me.. It is protruding so much now that my gums are bleeding (only on the side that is protruding tho). What is this called?? I know it is from clenching my teeth, is there any surgery that can remove/file the bone to a normal size? Im so confused!! Thanks!





Lindsey

Protruding bone under gums from clenching teeth?
dr sam is right, you probably have exostoses, or overgrowths of bone under the gums. the bone surrounding teeth normally responds to grinding/clenching teeth in one of two ways. if your gums are unhealthy, the bone tends to recede. if they are healthy, the bone tends to grow to brace itself for the excess force grinding places on it. they are most likely bleeding because the gums are thin over them and they can be sharp, so you're probably brushing them too hard. the surgery to remove exostoses is very simple, especially on the upper teeth. your first step is to get in contact with an oral surgeon for a consult appointment.
Reply:YOu hav eprobably described an "exostosis." It can be removed if it is causing you trouble.
Reply:The bony protrusion is called a torus. If you have more than one they are tori. I really dont think they are caused by the bruxism, probably always were there and just noticed it now because you are more aware of your mouth because your dentist told you you have a problem.