What is bruxism?

Bruxism is a condition in which you grind, clench, or clench your teeth. If you have bruxism, you may unconsciously grind your teeth while awake or during sleep.
Sleep bruxism is a sleep-related movement disorder. People who bruxism during sleep probably also have other sleep disorders, such as snoring and pauses in breathing.

Mild bruxism may not need treatment However, in some people, bruxism can become severe enough to lead to jaw disorders, headaches, damaged teeth, and other problems.

Symptomsbruxism

Symptoms and symptoms of teeth grinding may include:

teeth grinding or teeth grinding loudly; so that it wakes up your wife.
flat, broken, cracked or loose teeth.
Abraded enamel covers the deeper layers of the tooth
increased toothache or sensitivity
Tired jaw muscles, or a locked jaw that won't open or close completely.
pain in the jaw, neck or face.
pain like an earache; In fact, there is no problem with the ear.
sleep disorder

When to see a doctor

If you have the above symptoms or have concerns about your teeth or jaw, see a dentist or doctor.

If you notice your child grinding their teeth - or other signs or symptoms of bruxism - tell your child's doctor at their dental appointment.

cause of bruxism

Doctors do not fully understand what causes teeth grinding, but it may be due to a combination of physical, psychological and genetic factors.

Awake bruxism may be caused by anxiety, stress, anger, frustration, or tension. Or it may be a coping strategy or a habit during deep concentration.

Sleep bruxism is teeth grinding activity in sleep with arousal.

risk factors

These factors increase the risk of bruxism:

Stress: Increased anxiety or stress can lead to teeth grinding. Also, anger and frustration can also lead to teeth grinding.

Type of personality: An aggressive, competitive and hyperactive personality increases the risk of bruxism.

Medications and Other Substances: Grinding teeth may be an uncommon side effect of psychiatric medications such as antidepressants. Smoking, caffeinated beverages or alcohol, and recreational drug use may increase the risk of teeth grinding.

Family members with bruxism: Sleep bruxism runs in the family. Bruxism may be a hereditary problem.

Other disorders: Bruxism can be associated with some mental disorders and medical disorders such as Parkinson's disease, dementia, gastric reflux disorder, epilepsy, sleep-related disorders such as sleep apnea and attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder.

Side Effects

In most cases, teeth grinding does not cause serious complications. But severe bruxism may lead to:

Damage to teeth, crowns or jaw
Tension headache
Severe facial or jaw pain

diagnosis of bruxism

During a routine dental exam, the dentist will check for signs of grinding.

Evaluation:
If you have symptoms, the dentist will check your teeth and mouth to see if the disease is progressing or if you need treatment.

Determine the cause:
If the dentist suspects that you have bruxism, he will try to determine the cause by asking questions about your general health, medications, daily habits, and sleep habits.

To assess the degree of grinding, the dentist may check the following:

Sensitivity in jaw muscles.

Other injuries to your teeth, underlying bones and inside cheeks, with the help of x-rays.

Dental examination can identify other disorders that cause jaw disorders or ear pain, such as temporomandibular joint disorders, other dental problems or other diseases.

Reference:
If your teeth grinding is related to sleep, your doctor may refer you to a sleep specialist. A sleep specialist can perform additional tests, such as a sleep study for teeth grinding and determining other conditions such as sleep apnea or other sleep disorders.
If anxiety or other psychological issues are related to grinding, you may be referred to a doctor or counselor.

Bruxism treatment methods

bruxism treatment

In many cases, treatment is not necessary. In many children, teeth grinding goes away without treatment, and many adults do not grind teeth very badly. For this reason, they do not need treatment. However, if the problem is severe, treatment options include dental procedures, treatments, and medications to prevent further damage to the tooth and relieve jaw pain or discomfort.
Talk to your dentist or doctor to see what option is right for you.

Dental Procedures

If you or your child has bruxism, your doctor may suggest ways to maintain or improve your teeth. Although these methods can correct teeth or remove wear, they do not prevent teeth grinding:

Mouth guard. These guards are designed to keep the teeth apart to prevent damage from crushing and grinding. They can be made of hard or soft acrylic material and suitable for the upper or lower jaw.

Drugs for treating bruxism

In general, medications are not very effective for treating bruxism, and more research is needed to determine their effectiveness. Examples of medications that may be used for bruxism include:

Botox injections. Botox injections, a type of botulinum toxin, may help people who have severe bruxism that does not respond to other treatments.

Anxiety or stress medication. Your doctor may prescribe antidepressants or short-term anti-anxiety medications to help deal with stress and other emotional issues that may be causing your bruxism.

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