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How Can Bruxism Be Treated And Prevented?

Dear Sir,

i am age of 56 Yr.
i have problem of teething grinding in sleep.
sleep of my wife is being disturb when she wake up in night.

please advise me what actions have to take and any exercise i have to do to prevent from above.

Thanking you,
Pinakin
Sat, 6 Oct 2018
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Dentist,  's  Response
Hi,

Grinding teeth in sleep or nocturnal bruxism can be due to a number of causes like stress and anxiety, alcohol abuse, smoking, snoring, sleep apnea, excessive intake of caffeinated drinks, etc.

So if any of these are responsible in your case you should try and eliminate the same. Secondly start doing meditation and deep breathing exercises. Avoid alcohol intake if you do. Consult a dentist and get examined.

A night guard can be made for you to wear at night. At times low doses of anto anxiety medicine can be advised. Jaw alignment exercise can be demonstrated and can help in improvement.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Honey Arora,
Dentist
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How Can Bruxism Be Treated And Prevented?

Hi, Grinding teeth in sleep or nocturnal bruxism can be due to a number of causes like stress and anxiety, alcohol abuse, smoking, snoring, sleep apnea, excessive intake of caffeinated drinks, etc. So if any of these are responsible in your case you should try and eliminate the same. Secondly start doing meditation and deep breathing exercises. Avoid alcohol intake if you do. Consult a dentist and get examined. A night guard can be made for you to wear at night. At times low doses of anto anxiety medicine can be advised. Jaw alignment exercise can be demonstrated and can help in improvement. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Honey Arora, Dentist