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Bruxism: Grinding Your Teeth Is the Pits

Stuff You Should Know

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Understanding Bruxism and Root Canals

This chapter discusses the experience of a root canal procedure and the implications of nerve removal on sensation. It dives into the rising prevalence of bruxism, or teeth grinding, as a response to stress, while outlining the differences between grinding and clenching. The speakers share personal strategies to alleviate these behaviors, linking them to lifestyle choices and exploring their psychological and physiological roots.

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