What are the Symptoms of Bruxism?
The surface area of the lower and upper teeth, known as occlusal surface, is usually ground down to such an extent, that it creates an imbalance in the closure between the right and left sides of the mouth. This can lead to structural stress to the roots and tissues of the teeth and periodontal disease. One of the effects of the teeth grinding in bruxism is tempromandibular joint syndrome, TMJ, wherein the cartilage surrounding the joints of the lower and upper jaws get irritated. This, in turn, can result in pain in the ears and jaw. Headaches due to muscle and joint strain are one of the common symptoms of bruxism. In a nutshell, some of the symptoms of bruxism are: • abrasion of the teeth • damage caused to the tooth enamel • the inside part of the tooth, the dentin, being exposed • over-sensitivity of the teeth • pain in certain areas of the face • tense muscles of the jaw and face • jaw dislocation • headaches • indentations on the tongue • damage caused to the inside part of the
