Bruxism - Irritating and Dangerous
Why am I writing about a dental problem in a sleep disorders article? Bruxism is listed in the International Classification of Sleep Disorders (ICSD.) In fact, the ICSD suggests that bruxism is the third most common form of sleep disorder right behind sleep talking and snoring.

Bruxism
Do you often wake up with a dull headache, ear ache or pain in your jaws? Do your teeth seem super sensitive? You may suffer from bruxism.

Sleep Bruxism
Getting a good night's sleep is a great way to start the day. However, many people are plagued by sleep disorders that prevent them from getting the amount of sleep they need to feel rested. One common sleep disorder is sleep bruxism.

What is bruxism?
Bruxism is simply grinding, knashing or clenching of the teeth. Many children and adults grind their teeth unknowingly during their sleep. It can result in chipped, broken and reduced teeth, loose teeth and receding gums.

Dentistry and Bruxism
Bruxism can create pain and damage to dental structures, but the majority of Americans go undiagnosed. From your About.com Guide to Dentistry.

Grinding in the Night
An estimated one in 20 adults and three in 20 children grind their teeth at night. The noise may disturb others, but it has a far more distressing effect on the sleeper.

Vita-Wise
Bruxism or tooth grinding usually occurs without awareness during sleep and results in loosened teeth and gum recession. Loss of teeth can occur if the disorder is not caught in time

Sleep Bruxism
Stanford University looks at the symptoms, causes and treatments of this irritating and tooth destroying disorder.

Bruxism - Causes and Treatment
What causes bruxism? Some say it's because the bite is not properly aligned.. Others say that it is a central nervous system disorder. Others say it is a multifaceted problem.

Dental Information
If you wake up with dull headaches or vicelike pain, you may be one of many people who grind their teeth at night.

Patient Education
Bruxism can cause many problems. Grinding can cause teeth to become painful or loose. Patients can grind away parts of their teeth, leaving worn surfaces or fractured enamel.

Save Your Smile
Children grind their teeth because of the discomfort of other ailments, like colds or ear infection.

Signs of Bruxism
When a person has bruxism, the tips of the teeth look flat. Teeth are worn down so much that the enamel is rubbed off, exposing the inside of the tooth which is called dentin.

Tooth Grinding
Have you ever been told that you grind your teeth? Tooth grinding [bruxism] is an oral habit which involves clenching and grinding of the teeth.