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Why do i bite my tongue while sleeping?
7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Clinching: Biting your tongue can be due to clinching or grinding see if you bite your cheeks too if you are, a night guard might be recommended check with your dentist.
Answered 9/10/2013
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See sleep specialist: You are biting your tongue while sleeping because you might be having sleep disorders. You might also be experiencing nocturnal seizures, rhythmic movement disorder of sleep and bruxism (clenching). Rec.: seek medical attention with orofacial pain or sleep specialist.
Answered 4/28/2014
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