bruxism
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of bruxism
1935–40; < Greek *brȳx ( is ) a gnashing of teeth ( brȳ́k ( ein ) to gnash, bite + -sis -sis ) + -ism
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According to the British Dental Association there is some anecdotal evidence that bruxism is becoming more common, but no specific figures.
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026
The 31-year-old has bruxism, a condition which can cause regular and often intense teeth grinding, but says the treatment she's recently had has "without a doubt" changed her life.
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026
While bruxism can be hard to remedy, the following may help:
From Washington Post ● Jun. 20, 2022
And for older adults — whose teeth may be more fragile — bruxism may be especially troubling.
From Washington Post ● Jun. 20, 2022
Other factors that may increase bruxism are poor sleep hygiene and bad posture.
From New York Times ● Feb. 16, 2021
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