bruxism
Nocturnal jaw clenching
Bruxism is the habitual grinding or clenching of teeth, usually unconsciously during sleep or times of stress.
It can cause jaw pain, headaches, and dental damage.
Her dentist recommended a night guard to prevent bruxism.
Active during darkness
- mouthguardProtective dental insert
- arousalStirring to heightened state
- REMAcronym for dreaming phase
- parasomniaAbnormal behavior while sleeping
snoring · unconscious · nighttime · bedtime · restless
Of the jaw hinge
- TMJJaw-skull connection, abbreviated
- mandibleLower facial bone
- masseterJaw-closing muscle
- clenchingSqueezing tightly shut
joint · condyle · maxilla · lockjaw · clicking · popping · headache · earache
Hard glossy coating
- attritionGradual reduction through loss
- abrasionShallow surface wound
- occlusionComplete closure or blockage
- bitePierce with teeth
molars · premolars · incisors · canines · fillings · crowns · fractures · erosion
Molar action sometimes
- gnashingForceful tooth-on-tooth friction
- clenchingSqueezing tightly shut
- gratingCrossed bars or harsh
- indentationsRecessed marks in surfaces
Pressure, mental or vocal
- anxietyPersistent apprehensive distress
- tensionStretched or strained state
- caffeineMethylxanthine stimulant compound
- alcoholIntoxicating hydroxyl compound
medication · SSRI · malocclusion · misalignment · genetics · lifestyle · stimulants · psychological
Device immobilizing injured limbs
- botoxToxin that smooths skin
- biofeedbackTraining via physiological monitoring
- relaxationState of being unwound
- orthodonticRelating to teeth straightening
nocturnal
Active during darkness
- mouthguardProtective dental insert
- arousalStirring to heightened state
- REMAcronym for dreaming phase
parasomnia · snoring · unconscious · nighttime · bedtime · restless
temporomandibular
Of the jaw hinge
clenching · joint · condyle · maxilla · lockjaw · clicking · popping · headache · earache
enamel
Hard glossy coating
- attritionGradual reduction through loss
- abrasionShallow surface wound
- occlusionComplete closure or blockage
bite · molars · premolars · incisors · canines · fillings · crowns · fractures · erosion · dentin
grinding
Molar action sometimes
stress
Pressure, mental or vocal
- anxietyPersistent apprehensive distress
- tensionStretched or strained state
- caffeineMethylxanthine stimulant compound
alcohol · medication · SSRI · malocclusion · misalignment · genetics · lifestyle · stimulants · psychological · hyperactivity
splint
Device immobilizing injured limbs
- botoxToxin that smooths skin
- biofeedbackTraining via physiological monitoring
- relaxationState of being unwound