What is the reason for grinding teeth while sleeping

There are some habitual or unconscious teeth grinding habits when sleeping, and as time goes by, it becomes a long-term habitual disease. It is mainly the grinding of the upper and lower teeth from six to thirteen years old, which will cause some symptoms of teeth grinding. So it is different now. It must be treated in daily life. At the same time, psychological treatment and some relaxation treatments are also very critical.

You can make some dietary health care efforts and make sure to pay attention to light and nutritious food. Don't eat too much before going to bed. Friends who have the habit of smoking and drinking must try to reduce their three meals. A normal and regular life can be used as a good regulator, and preventive care is also crucial.

(1) Psychological factors such as nervousness, anxiety, depression, anger, etc.

(2) Gastrointestinal diseases and endocrine disorders can also cause this;

(3) Excessive fatigue, those engaged in fine work, such as athletes, watchmakers, etc.;

(4) Lack of trace elements in the body can easily lead to this disease;

(5) Habitual bruxism caused by long-term bruxism;

(6) High work pressure, physical fatigue, and long-term irregular lifestyle lead to bruxism;

In addition to the above-mentioned types of people, people who are introverted, emotional, and have the habit of chewing things in their mouths are also prone to bruxism.

Common causes in children:

1. Intestinal parasitic diseases, especially intestinal ascariasis, are quite common in children;

2. Gastrointestinal diseases and oral diseases;

3. Giving children indigestible food before going to bed may stimulate the corresponding part of the brain after the baby falls asleep, causing the chewing muscles to continue to contract through the nerves;

4. Nervous system diseases, such as psychomotor epilepsy, hysteria, etc.;

5. Mental factors such as children being emotionally agitated, overly tired or emotionally stressed during the day.

6. Vitamin D deficiency. Children with vitamin D deficiency rickets will suffer from bone decalcification, muscle aches and autonomic nervous system disorders due to calcium and phosphorus metabolism disorders in the body. They will often experience excessive sweating, night terrors, irritability and nocturnal teeth grinding.

The above is what causes teeth grinding when sleeping. The main thing is to try to relax yourself before going to bed. The main causes of the disease are nervous tension, gastrointestinal diseases, excessive fatigue, and some habitual teeth grinding formed by long-term teeth grinding. Excessive work pressure can also lead to such diseases. Therefore, if you find symptoms of teeth grinding in daily life, you must seek treatment and diagnosis in time.