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Grinding Your Teeth at Night: Signs, Causes, and What May Help

Dangers of Teeth Grinding

Waking up with jaw pain or headaches? Learn the signs and causes of nighttime teeth grinding and what may help protect your smile. Contact us today. Many people grind or clench their teeth at night without ever realizing it. Because it happens during sleep, the habit often goes unnoticed until symptoms appear or a dentist …

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Updated: August 16, 2026

Why Your Child Might Grind Their Teeth at Night

teeth grinding

Teeth grinding — also known as bruxism — is surprisingly common in children, especially during sleep. Contact The Dental Anesthesia Center to learn more. We often work with parents concerned about nighttime grinding at The Dental Anesthesia Center in St. Louis. Here’s what you need to know about why it happens, what signs to watch for, …

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Updated: May 19, 2025

The Hidden Dangers of Teeth Grinding: A Closer Look at Bruxism

Dangers of Teeth Grinding

Teeth grinding wears down the teeth and causes headaches and pain in the jaw, ears, and neck. Did you know that about 30% of adults grind their teeth in one way or another, while 10% to 15% get painful bruxism during sleep? Teeth grinding is a seemingly benign dental condition that’s incredibly detrimental to the …

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Updated: June 26, 2023

Is Your Child Suffering from Bruxism?

child getting a check up at dentist

Because bruxism (teeth grinding) has many negative consequences, you should talk to a St. Louis pediatric dentist right away if you think your child may be at risk. As a parent, there are few things worse than your child coming to you with a pain that they don’t understand. Even worse, you might not be …

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Updated: May 9, 2019