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I grind my teeth when i'm under a lot of pressure. is this a sign of a mental illness?
42 doctors weighed in across 5 answers
Grind teeth: No, but it may be a sign of too much stress. See your doctor for help.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Probably not: Teeth grinding, also called bruxism, is a fairly common sign of tension, and it can cause problems with one's teeth. However, by itself, it is not suggestive of a mental illness, just that you are reaching your threshold of how much pressure you can handle. It's your body's signal for being overwhelmed.
Answered 11/28/2017
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Sleep problem?: Bruxism is sometimes related to sleep disorders. A sleep study may be useful.
Answered 10/21/2012
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Save $$$: See your dentist as soon as possible. Bruxism can destroy your teeth and then it will be very expensive. My advice is "asap".
Answered 4/14/2016
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Other reasons: Along with stress, sleep apnea can cause grinding. And then there are others who grind for an unknown reason.
Answered 3/21/2015
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