What is the reason for a child grinding their teeth at night?

Patient's question:

Always grinding teeth, have been grinding teeth since childhood. Past treatment and effectiveness: Taking deworming medicine every once in a while. But it didn't work. Test results, thorough examination: Had a stool test done at the hospital, but there were no problems. What kind of assistance is needed: How can the pain caused by grinding teeth be increased? Where can I buy a night guard?

Doctor's answer:

The method to stabilize bruxism requires first accomplishing the following: reducing or preventing the symptoms of bruxism. First, it is important to relax as much as possible before the child goes to sleep, especially before falling asleep. This can include taking a warm bath, listening to light music, etc. Avoid overeating at dinner and refrain from consuming many stimulating foods and excitatory foods, such as cola, coffee, spicy foods, etc. It is best to avoid beverages or foods containing caffeine, such as coffee, chocolate, and cola. Eat more foods rich in vitamins, maintain a correct posture at all times, always wash your face before going to bed, pay attention to digestion and calcium intake in daily diet, and deworm regularly.

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