... bruxism and stress management in the philippines ... (life coach, counselor, psychotherapist, psychologist, psychiatrist)

gma's pinoy md tv show did a segment on nocturnal bruxism, characterized by teeth grinding and teeth clenching during sleep.

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if not due to dental problems, then it most likely is a heredo-familial disorder, which means that it's passed on in the genes. stress, whether it be emotional, physical, or mental stress, is believed to intensify the teeth grinding. at extremes, it can damage teeth and cause jaw aches. furthermore, the loud grinding and clicking sounds produced from teeth grinding can awaken and disturb other people's sleep.

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treatment consists of dental intervention, the wearing of mouth guards, stress management and relaxation techniques, and counseling for emotional problems.