Grinding teeth for children is a very common clinical practice, and parents also have a headache. For some children who are still growing teeth, grinding teeth not only causes changes in the appearance of their teeth, but also affects a series of problems. So what are the reasons for children grinding their teeth and how can we prevent them to the greatest extent possible?
What's wrong with children grinding their teeth
1. Intestinal parasitic diseases, especially intestinal ascariasis, are quite common in children
2. Gastrointestinal and oral diseases
3. Give children difficult to digest food before bedtime
4. Neurological disorders such as psychomotor epilepsy, hysteria, etc
5. Psychological factors such as emotional excitement, excessive fatigue, or emotional tension in children during the day
6. Children with vitamin D deficiency rickets who lack vitamins
7. Irregular alignment of teeth, excessive chewing muscle force or long-term use of one tooth for chewing, as well as poor bite relationship between teeth, can lead to temporomandibular joint dysfunction and also cause nighttime grinding;
How to prevent children from grinding their teeth
1. Try to relax children's mood before bedtime, especially before bedtime. Can tell warm and soothing stories appropriately;
2. Avoid stimulating foods and improve sleep environment;
3. Try to avoid beverages or foods containing caffeine as much as possible. Try to avoid coffee, chocolate, cola, etc. as much as possible;
4. Eat more foods rich in vitamins;
5. Hot compress on the upper and lower jaws can relax the bite muscles and reduce the chance of headaches;
6. Maintain the correct posture. Bending and hunching over can also lead to grinding teeth;
7. Brush your teeth before bedtime and avoid overeating during dinner;
There are many reasons why children grind their teeth, and not just the situations expressed above. Parents can identify their child's symptoms and make adjustments based on them. If the above symptoms do not exist, or if the situation still worsens after adjustment, it is recommended to seek consultation and examination at the relevant hospital outpatient department.
