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Can biting down clenching chewing tmj cause premolars molars except last to turn and lean inwards. avoid use front teeth because bonding.roots anglein?

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Other way around: The leaning premolars (malocclusion) can cause tmj/clenching but generally it's not the other way around.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 7/16/2013

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Yes: Heavy clench/grind can move teeth. See dentist for solution.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 3/21/2015

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