At South Georgetown Dental, many patients are surprised to learn that the headaches, jaw pain, or worn teeth they’ve been dealing with are caused by something they do unconsciously — grinding their teeth.
Known as bruxism, this condition often occurs during sleep, making it hard to recognize without a dental evaluation. If you’ve been asking yourself, “How do I stop grinding teeth?” or “Why do I wake up with jaw pain?” – you’re not alone, and we’re here to help.
What Is Teeth Grinding (Bruxism)?
Bruxism refers to the repetitive grinding or clenching of teeth, often during sleep (sleep bruxism) but sometimes during waking hours (awake bruxism). It can range from mild and occasional to severe enough to damage teeth or cause chronic pain.
