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What causes a person to clench their teeth often?
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Several: Stress, habit, bad bite are the main causes of clenching. You can control some of this but not all the causes. It is best to see a dentist and have a night guard made. This will protect you teeth and TMJ and decrease pain and headaches.
Answered 9/26/2020
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GERD: Gastroesophageal reflux disease can also cause bruxism based on some studies. Sleep apnea sufferers also presented some evidence of clenching, and more...
Answered 7/19/2013
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