It is estimated that approximately 50% of the population - to some degree - grind and clench their teeth.
However, despite being prevalent throughout the UK and worryingly on the rise, bruxism often remains overlookes ans underdiagnosed.Whislst, for some, bruxing doesn't cause any serious symptoms, for many - the habitual bruxers - -he side effects are painful and persisent. Here we discuss the potential causes of bruxism, look at the typical symptoms and explore the possible treatments that aim to help alleviate those suffering.
