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Teething Grinding – Causes and How it Affects Teeth

May 14, 2021 by DAC

What Causes Teeth Grinding

If you have concerns about your child grinding his or her teeth, or if you grind your teeth, we can help! Schedule your appointment at The Dental Anesthesia Center today. Do you grind or clench your teeth? Or do you notice your child grinding their teeth while sleeping? If you or your child unconsciously clench […]

Updated: February 2, 2022

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: bruxism, teeth grinding

What is Bruxism and When Should You Worry About It?

March 17, 2019 by DAC

St. Louis Pediatric Dentist

Signs of bruxism are pain when chewing, sore jaw or teeth in the morning, chipped enamel or very specific wear in the points where the teeth meet. Most children start grinding their teeth as soon as they get those first pearly whites on both the upper and lower jaw. It is also a way to […]

Updated: March 20, 2020

Filed Under: Blog, Pediatric Dentistry Tagged With: bruxism, teeth grinding

Is Your Child Suffering from Bruxism?

September 14, 2018 by DAC

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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 […]

Updated: May 9, 2019

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: teeth grinding

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