Teeth grinding Symptoms

Signs and symptoms
... The signs and symptoms of bruxism may include: Teeth grinding or clenching, which may be loud enough to wake your sleep partner Teeth that are worn down, flattened or chipped Worn tooth enamel, exposi...

Causes
... Doctors don''t completely understand the causes of bruxism. In some adults, abnormal alignment of upper and lower teeth (malocclusion) may contribute to the problem. More often, psychological factors ...

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Complications
... In most cases, bruxism doesn''t cause serious complications. But severe bruxism may lead to: Damage to your teeth or jaw Tension-type headaches Facial pain Temporomandibular disorders — which oc...

Treatment
... In many cases, no treatment is necessary. Many kids outgrow bruxism without special treatment, and many adults don''t brux badly enough to require therapy. However, if the problem is severe, treatment...

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Overview
... Bruxism is the medical term for grinding, gnashing or clenching your teeth. This condition affects both kids and adults. Some people with bruxism unconsciously clench their teeth together during the d...