Patient's question:
My son is six years old and is starting to lose his teeth. Recently, he has been grinding his teeth while sleeping (this has never happened before). I don't know what the reason is. Could it be that he has worms in his stomach? I would like to ask an expert for advice. Thank you!Doctor's answer:
There are many reasons why babies grind their teeth. For example, excessive mental stress, intestinal parasites, dietary disorders, and so on.Excessive mental stress Many babies grind their teeth at night after watching thrilling fight scenes on TV or playing excessively before bed. This can cause mental tension, leading to nighttime grinding. Some babies grind their teeth at night because of misbehavior and scolding from their parents, which may cause depression, restlessness, and anxiety.
Intestinal parasites When babies suffer from ascariasis, the parasites produce toxins that stimulate the intestines. The intestinal peristalsis may accelerate, causing indigestion, pain around the navel, and sleep disturbances. The toxins stimulate the nerves, making them excited and causing teeth grinding.