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Bruxism

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Bruxism Symptoms

Symptoms of bruxism include:

Grinding the teeth
Clenching the jaw

Symptoms usually occur during sleep. Repeated tooth grinding can eventually lead to tooth fracture or erosion of the enamel on the surface of the teeth.

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Related Conditions

TMJ disease

Dental pain
Jaw pain

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Last Updated: Apr 4, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Bruxism References:

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Kato T, Thie NM, Huynh N, Miyawaki S, Lavigne GJ. Topical review: sleep bruxism and the role of peripheral sensory influences. J Orofac Pain. 2003 Summer;17(3):191-213.
Winocur E, Gavish A, Voikovitch M, Emodi-Perlman A, Eli I. Drugs and bruxism: a critical review. J Orofac Pain. 2003 Spring;17(2):99-111.