Bruxism is a common problem, every 10 th people suffers from it. It means the clenching together of both the upper and lower teeth. Clenching can cause pressure on the muscles, tissues, and other surrounding structures of the jaw and can cause headaces, neck pain, jaw pain, ear pain and excessive wear on the teeth. The cause of bruxism is not completely known, probably stress is one of the major reasons.

Usually the grinding is unconscious behavior so not realized by the bruxer. The partner  is often the first to hear the noise of the bruxer's teeth grinding at night. If not treated, excessive grinding can wear down your teeth.