Grinding teeth
By HONEYPALS
@HONEYPALS (270)
Nairobi, Kenya
March 29, 2013 2:19pm CST
I have discovered I have a problem which I thought was no problem at all. I keep unconsciously grinding my teeth against each other. This makes the muscles of my jaws very tired. The grinding or chewing of the teeth happens unconsciously and more so when I am asleep. Is there any danger posed by this tendency? If yes, is there anything I can do to stop it?
7 responses
@mariaperalta (19073)
• Mexico
29 Mar 13
I hate that !!! my exs mother used to do it, all the time. Drove me crazy...
@mariaperalta (19073)
• Mexico
30 Mar 13
Thats true, hope you have a super weekend there. Take care.:)
@maxfashioned (188)
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29 Mar 13
Sometimes my kids grind teeth while asleep. I think it is b/c of stress. I saw that they have trays for teeth grinding at walmart. Thinking they were $30 or so.
@maxfashioned (188)
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30 Mar 13
They seemed like the trays you use for whitening teeth. They cover your teeth, I am not sure what they are made of. They come in a small box. I will check them out again next time I am in walmart.
@MoonGypsy (4606)
• United States
29 Mar 13
my husband has the same problem as you do. he grinds his teeth at night. i think by grinding teeth you risk putting pressure on your back teeth, which could lead to wear and tear. i think if you tell your dentist the problem they should have a remedy. it's due to stress.
@wowjen15 (183)
• Philippines
29 Mar 13
Yes, a dentist can be of great help. In addition to denstist, it would also be good to consult a psychologist because I was once told that aside from stress it can be that the person is trying to suppress something such as a grudge towards another person. It could be a great release to talk to them and could also help one become more aware of theirselves.
@MoonGypsy (4606)
• United States
29 Mar 13
wow! i didn't know that grinding teeth could be due to having a grudge against another person. lol. i wonder why i don't grind my teeth. i have a couple of grudges.
@frontvisions101 (16043)
• Philippines
30 Mar 13
I think there's a rubber that you can put on your teeth, much like a mouth guard that boxers wear. Although they're thinner and more comfortable compared to those that athletes wear. This will protect your teeth from being damaged. I wouldn't know how to solve your jaw problem, though. I guess you can consult a psychiatrist.
@hushi22 (4928)
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31 Mar 13
That's true! It is really tiring for the jaw. But I also do that probably subconsciously even when I'm awake and then I start to realise it only when my jaw feels tired/a bit painful. I always thought it has something to do with stress. So I try to keep away from stress as much as possible.
@HONEYPALS (270)
• Nairobi, Kenya
31 Mar 13
Thanks to all those that have given me very useful hints such as stress needs to be managed. Yes, I have been going through very stressful moments lately. It also feels good to learn that I am not alone. Thanks a million friends.
@wowjen15 (183)
• Philippines
29 Mar 13
I have the same situation. They actually term that medically as bruxism. I happened to know tht condition of mine about 4 years ago. It is not really a dangerous problem but may lead to tdamages to the teeth due to teeth grinding amd could also cause jaw pain. I don't know if there is a way to stop it but since the primary source is stress, try to avoid stress and practice relaxation techniques.
