Teeth Grinding

Signs and Symptoms of Teeth Grinding
– Tight or sore jaw muscles
– Flattened teeth
– Cracked, chipped, or loose teeth
– Tooth pain or sensitivity
– Dull, achy pain around the ears or temples
– Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain, clicking, or grinding sounds when opening the mouth

Causes of Teeth Grinding
– Stress and anxiety
– Abnormal bite
– Aggressive or competitive personality types
– Missing or crooked teeth
– Genetic factors (family history of bruxism)
– Medical disorders (e.g., Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, GERD, ADHD)
– Side effects of certain medications, such as some antidepressants