When a baby is growing up, even if they have reached a certain level of growth, many problems still cannot be expressed or discovered by themselves. However, the body will quickly reflect the baby's problems, so parents still need to carefully observe any abnormalities in the baby's body. So, what is the reason for a 2-year-old child grinding their teeth?
1. Excessive excitement
If the baby is more active during the day and in a state of excitement and hyperactivity, the trigeminal nerve will affect the chewing muscles during rest at night, causing them to move and resulting in nighttime grinding. Babies who are frightened or overly nervous during the day may also experience bruxism. Parents should pay attention to controlling it and not let their babies play too hard during the day to avoid being frightened.
2. Parasites
If a baby has parasites in their body, the insects will lay eggs and secrete toxins at night. If the toxins go up and affect the baby's nerves, it will cause the baby to grind their teeth. Pinworms lay eggs, causing itching in the baby's anus, poor sleep quality, and grinding teeth. Parents should promptly treat their babies for parasites.
3. Lack of nutrition
If the baby's body lacks trace elements such as calcium and phosphorus, the autonomic nervous system will be more excited at night, making it difficult for them to rest, which can also cause the baby to grind their teeth. Parents should urge their babies to eat in a comprehensive and balanced manner, eat more fruits and vegetables, and supplement with trace elements such as calcium, iron, and phosphorus. In addition, babies with poor digestion or excessive eating at night may also have grinding problems.
