I have bruxism pretty bad. ear pain sore gums etc.. can bruxism cause acid reflux? will my mouth gard help my symptoms soon?

No relations: Bruxism has no effect on acid reflux, night guards should alleviate the sore teeth and gums but well not cure acid reflux.

Not related: Your symptoms can get better with the use of an occlusal guard, your acid reflex could be due to stress as well but could be a separate issue as well. Best to have it checked out and get some meds to protect you stomach and teeth from the acid.

Rx the cause: Your oro-facial symptoms and your GI symptoms are emblematic of stress disorder. While night guard and gerd meds may mask symptoms thy will not necessarily rx the underlying cause. Counseling added to your treatment regemin may prove to be of great value.

Sleep disorders : Bruxism and gerd are both considered sleep disorders. The only way to uncover these and other more life shortening or threatening conditions is with an overnight full psg sleep test. I urge you to get to the bottom of this by a clear diagnosis from a certified sleep specialist.

Not related: GERD not at all related to bruxism, or stress. Other treatments available for bruxism like Botox injections. See a TMJ expert to explore your options.

SB and GERD: New research has linked SB and GERD. Sleep bruxism (SB) is prevalent in GERD patients, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is highly associated with SB.