Nocturnal Bruxism (Teeth Grinding)
Oral Health Rahul•Gender: Male•Age: 28 years (Adult)• Chronicity: 1 year
Presenting Complaints & History
- Audible teeth grinding at night, reported by partner
- Waking up with jaw stiffness and dull temple headaches
- Wearing down of tooth enamel and early tooth sensitivity
- High work stress and daytime neck tightness
Clinical Assessment
Software engineer presenting with nightly teeth grinding. Desired a natural approach to calm jaw muscle spasms and reduce stress.
Diagnostic Investigations: Dental check showing flattening of occlusal cusps; masseter muscle tenderness.
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Constitutional therapy to calm autonomic nervous system arousal during sleep, relax jaw muscles, and relieve headache.
Selected Constitutional Remedies: Belladonna and Phytolacca
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Wearing a custom night guard, jaw massage before sleep, screen-free evening, and stress relaxation exercises.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 5 months- Nocturnal teeth grinding resolved completely, as reported by partner
- Complete resolution of morning jaw stiffness and temple headaches
- No further tooth sensitivity or ciliary strain
- Sustained improvement in sleep quality and stress levels
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Navaneeth K. Unni
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