For millions of people, the sound of teeth grinding is more than an annoyance—it’s a nightly neuromuscular storm. Sleep bruxism, characterized by involuntary clenching and grinding of the jaw during sleep, affects an estimated 8%–15% of adults worldwide.¹ Dentists have long turned to night guards as the standard solution, shielding […]
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Sleep Bruxism and OSA
Bruxism, the involuntary grinding or clenching of teeth, can present as awake bruxism, sleep bruxism, or in both situations (combined bruxism). Awake bruxism is often linked to stress, anxiety, or habits like jaw clenching while concentrating. In contrast, sleep bruxism happens during the night, characterized by rhythmic jaw muscle activity [...]





