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How many people suffer from bruxism in the u.s.?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Difficult to answer: There are many people who suffer from bruxism but remain undiagnosed, so to provide you with an actual number is really not realistic.

Answered 4/24/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

8--10 percent: It is estimated that 8%-10% of the general US population suffers from nocturnal bruxism, a condition that is considered sleep movement disorder.

Answered 7/17/2015

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

ADA numbers: According to the American Dental Association, 95 percent of Americans grind or clench their teeth at some point in their lives, but more than 20 percent of Americans suffering from bruxism don't even know it. See a TMJ expert to help resolve this problem.

Answered 4/24/2015

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Bruxism in the USA: Some studies say as many as 1 in 3 people suffer from Bruxism, but patients with moderate to severe pain and symptoms is probably closer to 1 in 10. Check out my article for additional information about Bruxism, and one of the great treatments....BOTOX http://goo.gl/uxGxIH

Answered 12/26/2015

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