Its important to know the reason why your child grinds her teeth at night first. Most children grind due to stress, anxiety, personality factors such as aggressivity, behavioral problems and hyperactivity, breathing issues, and less frequently due to
vitamin D deficiency, low dietary
calcium intake, presence of menarche, malocclusion, and oral habits. Based on the cause she would require occlusal splint with or without behaviour therapy.
Next Steps
Keep a diary to note down when your child grinds her teeth. This will help you discuss how frequently your daughter grinds her teeth with your dentist.
Health Tips
If left untreated, it could cause tooth fractures, wear and muscle pain and headaches.