From HealthDay News) - Frequent grinding of the teeth is a condition known as bruxism. Depending on severity, it could cause anything from pain and discomfort to fractures of the teeth.
Here's more information about bruxism, courtesy of the American Dental Association:
Bruxism may involve clenching of the jaw as well as tooth grinding.
Triggers may include stress, sleep problems, crooked or missing teeth, or anxiety.
Symptoms can include headache, painful teeth and a sore jaw.
Preventives may include a mouth guard to wear during sleep, muscle relaxants, and counseling to deal with stress.
My youngest grinds his teeth sometimes when he sleeps, and it drives me CRAZY! I asked the pediatrician if it was stress-related, and he said with little-ones it could be related to allergies and his asthma.
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From HealthDay News) - Frequent grinding of the teeth is a condition known as bruxism. Depending on severity, it could cause anything from pain and discomfort to fractures of the teeth.
Here's more information about bruxism, courtesy of the American Dental Association:
My youngest grinds his teeth sometimes when he sleeps, and it drives me CRAZY! I asked the pediatrician if it was stress-related, and he said with little-ones it could be related to allergies and his asthma.
Who to believe...?
Could be a habit...
With me it is stress; it turned into a habit that is hard to stop.
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