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Can hard clenching be harmful?
Hi doctor, if I clench my teeth hard, can it cause pulp necrosis?
Will my tooth tie due to hard teeth clenching?
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Clenching damages the enamel making the pulp susceptible to infecttions so yes in long run pulp necrosis may happen.
Also there can be generalised sensitivity in teeth and Temporo mandibular joint disorders may also occur.
Next Steps
Practice stress relieving yoga and meditation.
Eat home made balanced diet.
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Hi, yes clenching teeth hard is quite harmful in the long run. it not only harms your teeth but also applies stress on the muscles of your jaw and can lead to pain in your jaw and the joint which helps the movement of the lower jaw.
you can at times also get a headache. overtime the teeth start losing the top white structure called enamel and become sensitive.
Next Steps
visit your nearest dentist for a checkup and status of your teeth and a solution for the habit.
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