What is bruxism?

What is bruxism?

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Bruxism or tooth grinding refers to habitual grinding of teeth due to uncontrollable actions of the maximus and temporalis muscles in sleep. Bruxism is frequently associated with another underlying <a href="http://www.videojug.com/interview/sleep-disorders-3">sleep disorder</a> such as sleep apnea. It occurs commonly in both men and women and is usually treated by having a mouth guard fitted in order to prevent the grinding of the teeth.