BRUXISM - TEETH GRINDING

BRUXISM

                Bruxism  also known as tooth grinding, is the medical term for clenching or grinding teeth. Few people unconsciously grind their teeth and/or clench their jaw, either while awake or during sleep. If not resolved, this activity can lead to weakened or cracked teeth, receeding gums, damaged jaw joint, headaches, disrupted sleep and more. Occasional bruxism may not be harmful but when it occurs regularly, it may be associated with moderate to severe dental damage, facial pain, and disturbed sleep.

SYMPTOMS :

• dull headaches

• jaw soreness

• teeth that are painful or loose

• fractured teeth

         Teeth grinding is also common in children. However, because their teeth and jaws change and grow so quickly it is not usually a damaging habit that requires treatment and most outgrow it by adolescence.   Although in adults teeth grinding is often the result of stress, the same is not always true with children. Other possible causes of teeth grinding in children include:

• Irritation in the mouth

• allergies

• misaligned teeth

TREATMENT :

   Your dentist can fit you with a mouth guard to protect your teeth during sleep. In some

 cases, your dentist or physician may recommend taking a muscle relaxant medicine before bedtime.

 If stress is the cause you need to find a way to relax. Meditation, counseling and exercise can all help stress and anxiety.

                                                  

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