Jaw cleaniching / bruxism

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Asked for Female, 35 Years

My mother post covid ,even during admission because of covid clenching jaw,teeth This was never there What is this condition How can I help her Are there any medicines for the condition

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Dr. Varunkumar J

Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist 8 yrs exp Puducherry

Good evening Does she have only during sleep or you can notice her clenching very often? If so dental gaurd is there for sleep so she can avoid temperomandibular joint arthralgia For more information needed complete history

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Dr. Vishal Gupta

Allergist/Immunologist 15 yrs exp Navi Mumbai

Needs to evaluate parasomnia and sleep related issues. May lead to dental problems and painful chewing so painkillers are temporary solution.

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Dr. Chirag Yashlaha

ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist 10 yrs exp Indore

Tab zerodol th4 twice a day fr 5 dys

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