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Do i need to worry about bone loss in my jaw if i have been bruxist for almost 40 years?
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No: Do not know of any relationship between being a bruxist and bone loss.
Answered 4/16/2013
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No: You should worry about the malocclusion of the teeth and the severe wear which may cause pulpal necrosis. Bone usually formed as tori in bruxer and may needed to be removed if interfere with the tongue functioning.
Answered 10/4/2016
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