Bruxism (Teeth Clenching, Teeth Grinding)?
bruxism ? Bruxism , or clenching/grinding, is the involuntary clenching of one’s teeth during sleep or sometimes during the day. In the night version, the jawbone is moved left and right and a squeaking sound is produced. The loudness of this sound can be strong enough to wake the family members and the person. On the other hand, daytime clenching mostly occurs in the form of contraction of the jaw in a way that puts pressure on the teeth.
In both cases, clenching needs to be treated. Otherwise, results that may lead to tooth loss may occur. There are some factors that trigger the problem, the cause of which is not fully known. However, it is possible to heal spontaneously over time, especially in youth and childhood.
Clenching problem is usually easily noticed during the dentist examination. The problem is understood by the development of the masseter muscles, the damage to the tooth surface, and in some cases, the lesions in the jawbone and gums.