{"id":2601,"date":"2026-07-20T08:42:09","date_gmt":"2026-07-20T05:42:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smilecity.ro\/?p=2601"},"modified":"2026-07-20T08:42:35","modified_gmt":"2026-07-20T05:42:35","slug":"cum-iti-dai-seama-daca-scrasnesti-din-dinti-noaptea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smilecity.ro\/en\/dental-problems\/how-can-you-tell-if-youre-grinding-your-teeth-at-night\/","title":{"rendered":"How can you tell if you're grinding your teeth?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2602 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/smilecity.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/scrasnesti-din-dinti.png\" alt=\"you grind your teeth at night\" width=\"2018\" height=\"1118\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smilecity.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/scrasnesti-din-dinti.png 2018w, https:\/\/smilecity.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/scrasnesti-din-dinti-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/smilecity.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/scrasnesti-din-dinti-1024x567.png 1024w, https:\/\/smilecity.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/scrasnesti-din-dinti-768x425.png 768w, https:\/\/smilecity.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/scrasnesti-din-dinti-1536x851.png 1536w, https:\/\/smilecity.ro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/scrasnesti-din-dinti-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2018px) 100vw, 2018px\" \/><br \/>\nMany people grind their teeth while sleeping without realizing it. Most of the time, the problem isn\u2019t noticed until symptoms such as jaw pain, tooth sensitivity, or tooth wear appear.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This condition is called bruxism and can affect both the teeth and the jaw joints. Because it occurs during sleep, many people are unaware they have it until their dentist notices the specific signs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a nutshell<\/span><\/h1>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bruxism refers to the grinding or clenching of the teeth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It usually occurs while sleeping.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many patients are unaware that they have this condition.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can cause tooth wear and jaw pain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treatment started early can prevent complications.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is bruxism?<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bruxism is the involuntary habit of clenching or grinding one's teeth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are two main forms:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nocturnal bruxism, which occurs during sleep<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">daytime bruxism, which occurs during the day<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most common form is the nocturnal form.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because it happens while you're sleeping, you might not realize you have this problem.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why do people grind their teeth?<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There isn't always a single cause.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bruxism can be influenced by:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stress<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">anxiety<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fatigue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sleep disorders<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">certain medications<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bite problems<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In many cases, several factors are involved at the same time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you wake up with a tight jaw?<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is one of the most common signs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you wake up in the morning feeling like your jaw is tired or tense, you may have been clenching your teeth during the night.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some patients describe the sensation as if they had been chewing something hard for hours.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you get headaches in the morning?<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bruxism can strain the muscles involved in chewing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a result, some people find themselves with:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">headaches<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pressure in the temples<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">feeling of facial tightness<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These symptoms often appear in the morning and subside as the day goes on.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do your teeth look shorter than before?<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Constant teeth grinding can gradually wear down the surface of your teeth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This wear is usually gradual and occurs over the course of several years.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over time, teeth can become:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">shorter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">flatter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">more sensitive<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many patients notice the changes only when they compare them to older photos.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you have sensitive teeth?<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bruxism can lead to thinning of the enamel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the protective layer of the tooth becomes thinner, sensitivity may occur in response to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cold<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">warm<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sweet<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">acidic foods<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not all tooth sensitivity is caused by bruxism, but it can be one of the causes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does your partner tell you that you grind your teeth?<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes the first person to notice the problem is one's partner.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teeth grinding can produce a distinctive sound that can be heard at night.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If someone has told you that you do this in your sleep, it's worth talking to your dentist.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you have pain in your jaw joint?<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bruxism can put excessive strain on the joint that allows the mouth to open and close.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can see:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pain near the ear<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Noises when opening the mouth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a sensation of a locked jaw<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">discomfort when chewing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These symptoms should not be ignored.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do cracks or chips appear in your teeth?<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extremely high pressure on the teeth can cause:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cracks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">chips<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cracks in fillings<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental Work Coming Loose<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If such problems occur frequently, bruxism may be one of the causes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can bruxism affect dental implants and crowns?<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The excessive forces generated by teeth grinding can affect:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dental crowns<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dental bridges<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">implants<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the facets<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is one of the reasons why doctors often recommend protecting the work with a mouthguard.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How does a doctor determine if you have bruxism?<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The diagnosis is based on several factors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The doctor may observe:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tooth wear<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cracks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tooth sensitivity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hypertrophy of the mandibular muscles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">signs of joint overuse<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, the symptoms described by the patient provide important information.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What happens if you ignore the problem?<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bruxism does not always go away on its own.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over time, this can lead to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">severe tooth wear<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tooth sensitivity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cracks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">muscle pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">problems with the jaw joint<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">deterioration of dental work<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The earlier it is identified, the easier it is to control.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How is bruxism treated?<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treatment depends on the cause and the severity of the problem.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protective mouthguard<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is one of the most widely used solutions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The mouthguard is custom-made and is designed to protect your teeth while you sleep.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress Reduction<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For some people, stress management can help reduce episodes of teeth grinding.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Correcting Dental Problems<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In certain situations, your doctor may recommend additional treatments to address related issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does bruxism occur only in adults?<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Children can also grind their teeth while sleeping.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In many cases, the condition goes away as the child grows.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if symptoms are severe or persist, a dental evaluation is recommended.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When should you go to the dentist?<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Schedule an appointment if you notice:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">frequent jaw pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">unexplained tooth sensitivity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cracks in the teeth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">visible wear<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">morning headaches<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">noises in the jaw joint<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Early diagnosis can prevent more serious problems.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bruxism is a more common problem than many people realize. Because it occurs during sleep, it can go unnoticed for years. Morning headaches, a tight jaw, tooth sensitivity, and tooth wear are some of the signs that may indicate you\u2019re grinding your teeth at night. If you notice these symptoms, a dental checkup can help you identify the cause and prevent long-term complications.<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mul\u021bi oameni scr\u00e2\u0219nesc din din\u021bi \u00een timpul somnului f\u0103r\u0103 s\u0103 \u0219tie. 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