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Etiology

Why do people clench and grind their teeth?

Ninety percent of the time the answer is life stress. But there are other possible reasons, and all contributing factors need to be considered for proper management.

The following is a list of causes that must be considered:

1. Exercise and Sports
Water-skiing 
Weight Lifting 
Motorcycling
2. Stimulants
Amphetamines 
Cocaine 
Caffeine 
Ecstasy
 
3. Psychological
Anxiety 
Stress 
Fear 
Anger 
Dreaming
4. Medical 
Sleep Apnea 
Pain in other parts
of the body
 
5.
 
Dental
Teeth not closing together comfortably

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