Teeth grinding
Teeth
grinding, which is also known as bruxism is the unconscious clenching,
grinding, or gnashing of teeth.
Causes
The
causes of the condition are not completely understood.
ü However, doctors think that the abnormal alignment of the upper
and lower teeth may contribute to the problem or changes that may have occurred
during sleep cycles in some individuals.
ü Adults with the condition may be affected by psychological
factors such as anxiety, stress or tension, suppressed anger or frustration,
and an aggressive, competitive, or hyperactive personality.
ü Children with the condition may have growing and developing jaws
and teeth.
ü Other cases may be caused by another disorder or a side effect
of some psychiatric medications.
Symptoms and Signs
Individuals
with the condition unconsciously clench their teeth together during daytime or
while sleeping. They may also have worn, flattened, or chipped teeth. They also
experience earache due to sever jaw muscle contractions.
Diagnosis
The
dentist evaluates the condition by examining the patient's mouth and jaw,
checking for tenderness in the jaw muscles and broken, missing, or poorly tooth
aligned teeth. The patient may also undergo a series of X-rays of the mouth and
jaw. The examination may detect other disorders. If an ear infection is
suspected, the patient is referred to a specialist for further examination and
treatment.
If
there is a psychological factor or sleep-related disorder is suspected, the
patient may be referred to a therapist, counsellor.
Treatment
Treatment
may be required through stress management, behaviour therapy, bio feedback
sessions with a psychologist, and symptomatic Homeopathy medications works well
in teeth grinding.
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