Teeth Grinding Symptoms

<h1>Teeth Grinding Symptoms</h1>Author: <a title="Marty Rubenski" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/marty-rubenski/9277.htm">Marty Rubenski</a> Teeth grinding is also known as bruxism derived from the Greek word brugmos which means gnashing of teeth. It is normally accompanied by jaw clenching. At some time in our lives, we experience teeth grinding. This may be a diurnal or nocturnal occurrence. This condition becomes alarming if it occurs while sleeping. In this case, it is regarded as a sleep disorder. The main cause is still being contested. Stress on a daily basis is one of the major causes of this condition.There are times when some people who clench their teeth do not even feel symptoms. It is essential then to be informed of the symptoms that will qualify as valid manifestations of teeth grinding. Heredity is being trivialized as one of the causes. Also, that this condition is gender related since three times as many women than men suffer this and is most common in ages between 20 and 40. It also important to know that children are also affected by this condition. There are just occasions when kids simply outgrow this condition as they get older. Teeth grinding is the body's way of de-stressing. So if a person does not gnash one's teeth in daytime, how can he or she know that he or she is experiencing nocturnal bruxism? Only 5% will develop symptoms. The most practical way to know if one has this condition is to ask a family member or a close friend to observe you when you are sleeping. If they hear grinding of teeth on a nightly basis, then you have really have it. The common symptoms of chronic grinders are headaches,anxiety, stress, depression, eating disorders, earache, morning jaw soreness, muscle tension throughout the day, neck pain and stiffness triggered by clenching, temporomandibular joint pain (TMJ) and migraines triggered y clenching. There are some cases when teeth grinding can result in loosening, fracturing or loss of teeth. It can even wear their teeth down to stumps. In this event, tooth crowns, root canals, bridges, partial dentures, complete dentures and implants may be required. Severe teeth grinding cannot just damage teeth or cause loss of teeth, it can also affect your jaws. This can worsen TMJ/TMD (temporomandibular disorder), can result to loss of hearing and can even alter the appearance of your face. One's teeth grinding can cause problems in relationships. This is especially true for couples. If snoring is a major issue for some couples, extreme bruxism has found its way as a valid ground for break ups. If you already verified that you have bruxism, then it is best to consult a dentist. These experts can check if you have any misalignment in your teeth. There are also dentists who specialize in evaluating and treating TMJ disorders will usually take x-rays and prescribe a mouth guard. If your teeth grinding is caused primarily by stress, anxiety and mental problems, then it is necessary to undergo counselling. There are therapies that can help eliminate stress and promote a better well being. It may look like a non-threatening condition but if not treated, it can even result to a major surgery.About the Author: <a target="_new" href="http://reducing-stress.com/teethgrinding.php">Click Here</a> to learn how to completely eliminate <a target="_new" href="http://reducing-stress.com/teethgrinding.php">teeth grinding</a> and clenching in only 7 minutes a day.Article Source: <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/">ArticlesBase.com</a> - <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/dental-care-articles/teeth-grinding-symptoms-835834.html" title="Teeth Grinding Symptoms">Teeth Grinding Symptoms</a>

Teeth grinding is also known as bruxism derived from the Greek word brugmos which means gnashing of teeth. It is normally accompanied by jaw clenching. At some time in our lives, we experience teeth grinding. This may be a diurnal or nocturnal occurrence. This condition becomes alarming if it occurs while sleeping. In this case, it is regarded as a sleep disorder.

The main cause is still being contested. Stress on a daily basis is one of the major causes of this condition.There are times when some people who clench their teeth do not even feel symptoms. It is essential then to be informed of the symptoms that will qualify as valid manifestations of teeth grinding.

Heredity is being trivialized as one of the causes. Also, that this condition is gender related since three times as many women than men suffer this and is most common in ages between 20 and 40. It also important to know that children are also affected by this condition. There are just occasions when kids simply outgrow this condition as they get older.

Teeth grinding is the body's way of de-stressing. So if a person does not gnash one's teeth in daytime, how can he or she know that he or she is experiencing nocturnal bruxism? Only 5% will develop symptoms. The most practical way to know if one has this condition is to ask a family member or a close friend to observe you when you are sleeping. If they hear grinding of teeth on a nightly basis, then you have really have it.

The common symptoms of chronic grinders are headaches,anxiety, stress, depression, eating disorders, earache, morning jaw soreness, muscle tension throughout the day, neck pain and stiffness triggered by clenching, temporomandibular joint pain (TMJ) and migraines triggered y clenching. There are some cases when teeth grinding can result in loosening, fracturing or loss of teeth. It can even wear their teeth down to stumps. In this event, tooth crowns, root canals, bridges, partial dentures, complete dentures and implants may be required.

Severe teeth grinding cannot just damage teeth or cause loss of teeth, it can also affect your jaws. This can worsen TMJ/TMD (temporomandibular disorder), can result to loss of hearing and can even alter the appearance of your face. One's teeth grinding can cause problems in relationships. This is especially true for couples. If snoring is a major issue for some couples, extreme bruxism has found its way as a valid ground for break ups.

If you already verified that you have bruxism, then it is best to consult a dentist. These experts can check if you have any misalignment in your teeth. There are also dentists who specialize in evaluating and treating TMJ disorders will usually take x-rays and prescribe a mouth guard.

If your teeth grinding is caused primarily by stress, anxiety and mental problems, then it is necessary to undergo counselling. There are therapies that can help eliminate stress and promote a better well being. It may look like a non-threatening condition but if not treated, it can even result to a major surgery.

Click Here to learn how to completely eliminate teeth grinding and clenching in only 7 minutes a day.

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