Bruxism

Bruxism is characterized by the grinding of the teeth and is typically accompanied by the clenching of the jaw. It is an oral parafunctional activity that occurs in most humans at some time in their lives">Bruxism is characterized by the grinding of the teeth and is typically accompanied by the clenching of the jaw. It is an oral parafunctional activity that occurs in most humans at some time in their lives

bruxism
Causes

In adults, bruxism is mostly associated with psychological factors, including:

  • Emotional stress, tension and increased anxiet
  • Suppressed anger or frustration
  • Personality type. Some studies show that persons with aggressive, overly competitive, controlling or hyperactive personalities have an increased incidence of bruxism.
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Symptoms

Patients may present with a variety of symptoms, including:.

  • Anxiety, stress, and tension
  • Depression
  • Earache
  • Eating disorders
  • Headache
  • Insomnia
  • Sore or painful jaw
Prevention

Stress reduction and anxiety management may reduce bruxism in people prone to the condition.

Medications & Treatments

The treatments are to reduce pain, prevent permanent damage to the teeth, and reduce clenching as much as possible..

  • Appling ice or wet heat to sore jaw muscles.
  • Avoid eating hard foods like nuts, candies, steak.
  • Drink plenty of water daily.
  • Sleep nicly.
  • Learn physical therapy stretching exercises .
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