With bruxism, the top and bottom teeth scrape against each other with significant force. It can occur while you're awake or ...

If you notice your teeth are looking a little worn down, or you’re waking up with jaw pain after what should’ve been a night of restful sleep, have you considered whether you’re grinding your teeth?

BY SYLVESTER OJENAGBON A certain level of physiological tooth wear is expected throughout life, as the cumulative ...

The forceful jaw movements during bruxism episodes can trap the tongue between grinding molars, leading to significant tissue damage.

Bruxism, more commonly known as teeth grinding, is the act of clenching, grinding or gnashing while you're sleeping or awake.

Your dentist may spot the tell-tale signs of teeth grinding and clenching. These can include wear and early cracks on the ...

Up to a third of adults grind their teeth in the daytime and more than 10% do it while they sleep. Dr. Daniel Rubinshtein, a cosmetic dentist in New York City, offers expert advice on how to stop.

If you think you may be grinding or clenching your teeth, talk to a health care provider. They might suggest ways to reduce ...

The number of erupted primary molars and canines may be linked to how often parents reported awake bruxism (AB) in young children, according to a study recently published in the Journal of Oral ...

Gnashing and grinding your teeth while you sleep? You aren't alone. Also known as sleep bruxism, an estimated 5% to 8% of people grind their teeth in their sleep. It can lead to several issues ...

Clenching and grinding teeth, called bruxism, is on the rise, and it can cause big problems if left untreated. Are you one of those people who wakes up with a sore jaw in the morning?

Bruxism is a term that’s used to describe the habitual action of excessive clenching or grinding of the teeth, says Dr. Shannon Kaiser, a general dentist at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore.