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Quick guide to... Teeth grinding

1 min read Health
Teeth grinding (known as bruxism) is a common habit that affects a lot of people, usually in their sleep. It can damage teeth, cause jaw ache as well as shoulder and neck pain, headaches and migraines

8-10% of the general population grind their teeth

20-30% of children grind their teeth

£50 Cost of a fitted mouthguard to protect from grinding

Source: NHS Choices and kidshealth.org

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