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TEETH GRINDINGTEETH GRINDING
WHY YOU MIGHT BE GRINDING YOUR TEETH
HOW TO PREVENT TEETH GRINDING
EFFECTS OF GRINDING YOUR TEETH
• You wake up with pain in your jaw or temples
• Teeth may be flattened, loose or chipped
• Teeth may be especially sensitive
• Partner may notice the sound of grinding
as you sleep
Stress
Biofeedback
Overuse of caffeine
or other stimulants
Dental correction
Relaxation
techniques such
as yoga
Sleep disorders
such as sleep apnea
Have a sleep
study conducted
Protective
mouth guard
Jaw misalignment Family history
Damage to teeth
Difficulty sleeping
Tension headaches
“Clicking” when you open
or close your jaw
Damage to the inside
of your cheeks
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HOW TO TELL IF YOU’RE GRINDING YOUR TEETH