Does your child grind their teeth at night? You’re certainly not alone! WebMD reports that about 15-33% of children grind their teeth in their sleep. The clinical term for this condition is called bruxism, and left untreated, it can damage that precious smile. Teeth grinding for children with baby teeth rarely causes permanent damage, but it can still lead to plenty of painful symptoms! Fortunately, your Garland pediatric dentist knows all about bruxism in children, including how to help. Read on as we go over what you need to know about teeth grinding in kids and what you can do to stop it!
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