Bruxism also called night grinding of teeth. It is primarily caused because of stress.
Signs and symptoms:
- Shortening teeth height
- Sensitivity to cold water
- Generalised pain in multiple teeth at a time
- Jaw pain specifically after waking up
- Excessive drooling saliva
- Recession of gums
Treatment
- Stress reduction through meditation
- Muscle relaxants for acute pain
- Customized night guards to protect teeth from further grinding