{"id":1071,"date":"2022-09-30T06:46:48","date_gmt":"2022-09-30T06:46:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dental.ashishrathi.com\/?page_id=1071"},"modified":"2023-02-15T10:42:05","modified_gmt":"2023-02-15T10:42:05","slug":"bruxism","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/thedentalroom.com\/bruxism\/","title":{"rendered":"BRUXISM"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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In most people, bruxism refers to an oral parafunctional activity that occurs at some point during their lifetime.\u00a0 Grinding your teeth and clenching your jaw are the two main symptoms of this condition, which can happen day or night.<\/span><\/p>

The condition known as bruxism is one of the most common sleep disorders and most of its damage occurs while sleeping.\u00a0 The grinding and clenching associated with bruxism is a result of a malfunctioning chewing reflex, which is off when sleeping in non-sufferers.\u00a0 Deep sleep or even naps can cause the reflex nerve control center in the brain to shut down, causing the reflex pathways to become active.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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In general, opposing arches grind against each other laterally as the incisors and canines (front 6 upper and lower teeth) grind against one another.\u00a0 This side-to-side motion puts an undue strain on the temporomandibular joints and the medial pterygoid muscles as a result of the side-to-side motion.\u00a0 Bruxism is commonly associated with earaches, depression, headaches, eating disorders and anxiety, as well as chronic stress, Alzheimer’s disease, and alcohol abuse.<\/span><\/p>

There are several possible causes of tooth wear, including bruxism, which is often misdiagnosed or not diagnosed at all.\u00a0 Only a trained professional can distinguish between wear caused by bruxism and wear caused by overly aggressive brushing, acidic soft drinks, and abrasive foods.<\/span><\/p>

The BiteStrip\u00ae is an economical device that can be used to diagnose bruxism at home.\u00a0 It is a small electromyography device which detects and monitors any activity in the jaw muscles during sleep.\u00a0 The frequency and severity of the condition can then be assessed in order to formulate the best treatment plan based on the frequency and severity of the condition.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Reasons for the treatment of bruxism<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSome of the main reasons why bruxism should be treated as soon as possible are as follows:<\/strong>\n