What are the causes of teeth grinding in children during sleep?
Disease description:
My son has developed severe teeth grinding during sleep. What could be causing this?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xie Zixing
Teeth grinding during sleep in children may be caused by factors such as deficiency of trace elements or physical fatigue. Due to picky eating habits, children may lack essential micronutrients like vitamin D and calcium, which can lead to increased central nervous system excitability during sleep, resulting in teeth grinding. Additionally, engaging in intense physical activity before bedtime may cause excessive fatigue, contributing to the occurrence of teeth grinding.
