Patient's question:
The child is 68 years old and often makes a rattling sound by grinding their teeth while taking a nap in the evening. Why does the child, who is 68 years old, always grind their teeth while taking a nap in the evening? (The symptom reappears after falling asleep for an hour)Past treatment history and effectiveness: None.
What kind of help is needed: Resolve the issue of the child grinding their teeth while taking a nap.
Doctor's answer:
I'm glad to help you clarify this. Generally, there are several reasons for teeth grinding:1. Most of the time, it's caused by poor digestion. Some children dislike eating too much before bed, which makes their digestive system unable to rest, leading to teeth grinding.
2. It could also be due to calcium deficiency and restless sleep.
3. Not brushing teeth before bed or neglecting oral hygiene can also trigger teeth grinding.
4. Teeth grinding may also be a sign of worms in the stomach. If there are worms, it's important to deworm promptly.
Children over two years old can take deworming medication, such as Anthelminth or Mebendazole. The dosage should be followed according to medical advice.