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What do i do if i keep clenching my teeth when i'm asleep?

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See a dentist: They can make an occlusal guard to be worn during sleep to protect the teeth.

Answered 4/15/2014

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Nocturnal Bruxism: also called night time clenching, may cause tooth wear, and even damage or break teeth. Currently, no therapy has been proven effective in treating sleep bruxism. See your dentist for night guard fabrication for teeth protection. Good luck.

Answered 5/20/2015

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Dr. Stuart Rosan answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Clenching my teeth: From a family practice , the question is what is the main cause of clenching the teeth, which is just a symptom . The underlying cause is STRESS, which is increasingly being placed on people by the demanding corporate world + job market. My advice for you +rest of world in stress reduction via hobbies, counseling , proper meds, possible life/job changes, new hobbies, time

Answered 4/9/2015

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Teeth clenching: There are many reasons for clenching your teeth. (stress, occlusal imbalance) your dentist can do a better evaluation and you should possibly consider having a mouth guard made to protect your teeth while you are clenching.

Answered 5/4/2015

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Nighttime Bruxism: Grinding or clenching of the teeth at nighttime is called nocturnal bruxism is a common sleep disorder called parasomnia. It is related to stress levels generally. Bite devises are typically used to limit the damage to teeth and jaw joint.

Answered 2/25/2014

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