Ladd Dental Group

 In our fast-paced, high-pressure world, stress has become a nearly unavoidable part of daily life. While most of us are familiar with the emotional and physical toll that stress can take—fatigue, headaches, trouble sleeping—many are surprised to learn that stress can significantly impact oral health, too. One of the most common (and most dangerous) stress-related dental issues is teeth grinding , also known as bruxism . What is Bruxism? Bruxism is the involuntary grinding or clenching of the teeth , often during sleep but sometimes during the day as well. It’s a condition that many people don’t even realize they have until symptoms appear—or worse, until damage has already been done. How Stress Fuels the Grind Stress and anxiety are major triggers of bruxism. When your body is in a constant state of “fight or flight,” it can manifest physically—through clenched jaws, tight facial muscles, and grinding teeth . Over time, these repetitive movements can cause serious damage to y...