Postgraduate medicine
Bruxism. How to stop tooth grinding and clenching
Abstract
Bruxism is an oral habit that is usually due to psychological stress or occlusal discrepancy. It occurs more often in children than adults. Damage to the teeth caused by bruxism is irreversible. However, the underlying cause should be treated in order to avoid further dental and periodontal problems.
Source and rights
Published by Postgraduate medicine, 1991. The guideline itself is at the source linked here.
Prognia summarises this guideline for reference and education. It is not medical advice. Always check the official guideline and current local protocols before acting on it.
At a glance
- Published
- 1991
- Applies to
- 🇪🇺 Europe
- Scope
- Regional
- Journal
- Postgraduate medicine
- PubMed
- 2038589
- Added to Prognia
- 16 July 2026
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