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.

Bruxism is clenching, grinding, or gnashing your teeth, either while you're awake or asleep. Most people probably grind and clench their teeth from time to time.

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 ...

Dentists are noting that teeth grinding and jaw clenching, known as bruxism, has been on the rise during the COVID-19 pandemic. ABC News. Video. Live. Shows. Shop. Log In. Stream on.

Bruxism is a tough habit to break, especially for nighttime teeth grinders who may not be aware of it. Even if you try to treat your teeth grinding with home remedies, it's important to reach out ...

If you wake up with a headache, sore jaw muscles or achy teeth, you might be grinding your teeth at night or clenching your jaw. The condition — bruxism — is surprisingly common, experts say.

The finding is from a study conducted at the University of São Paulo and published in Clinical Oral Investigations; its authors stress the importance of joint action by dentists and ...

Experts break down how to nip bruxism, or teeth grinding or clenching, in the bud. Why do I grind my teeth at night? Here are a few potential causes, according to experts.