bruxism
noun
brux·ism ˈbrək-ˌsi-zəm 
: the habit of unconsciously gritting or grinding the teeth especially in situations of stress or during sleep
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Professional dentists suggest coming into your local dentist's office to get diagnosed with bruxism. 
Chandra Fleming, Detroit Free Press, 16 Aug. 2022 Headaches and migraines have been associated with insomnia, sleepwalking, bruxism, restless leg syndrome and narcolepsy as well, Dasgupta added, some of which could imply a genetic factor. Kristen Rogers, CNN, 22 Sep. 2021 While the causes of bruxism are largely unknown, some experts believe this behavior is related to sleep patterns and processes within the central nervous system. Dr. Jacinta Leyden And Dr. Stephanie Widmer, ABC News, 12 July 2021 Just keep in mind that the real fix will be figuring out the root cause of your bruxism. Kaitlyn Pirie, Good Housekeeping, 26 June 2021 In a February survey conducted by the American Dental Association, 76 percent of general practice dentists said the prevalence of teeth-grinding, or bruxism, among their patients had increased compared to pre-pandemic times. Washington Post, 17 June 2021 As the pandemic eases, here’s some advice about brushing up on your oral care habits and dealing with bruxism. Washington Post, 17 June 2021 Night guards are helpful when patients are dealing with nighttime bruxism. Courtney Schmidt, Health.com, 3 June 2021 In children, secondhand smoke and sleep problems contribute to bruxism. Courtney Schmidt, Health.com, 3 June 2021 See More
Chandra Fleming, Detroit Free Press, 16 Aug. 2022 Headaches and migraines have been associated with insomnia, sleepwalking, bruxism, restless leg syndrome and narcolepsy as well, Dasgupta added, some of which could imply a genetic factor. Kristen Rogers, CNN, 22 Sep. 2021 While the causes of bruxism are largely unknown, some experts believe this behavior is related to sleep patterns and processes within the central nervous system. Dr. Jacinta Leyden And Dr. Stephanie Widmer, ABC News, 12 July 2021 Just keep in mind that the real fix will be figuring out the root cause of your bruxism. Kaitlyn Pirie, Good Housekeeping, 26 June 2021 In a February survey conducted by the American Dental Association, 76 percent of general practice dentists said the prevalence of teeth-grinding, or bruxism, among their patients had increased compared to pre-pandemic times. Washington Post, 17 June 2021 As the pandemic eases, here’s some advice about brushing up on your oral care habits and dealing with bruxism. Washington Post, 17 June 2021 Night guards are helpful when patients are dealing with nighttime bruxism. Courtney Schmidt, Health.com, 3 June 2021 In children, secondhand smoke and sleep problems contribute to bruxism. Courtney Schmidt, Health.com, 3 June 2021 See More Word History
Etymology
irregular from Greek brychein to gnash the teeth + English -ism
First Known Use
1932, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
bruxism
noun
brux·ism ˈbrək-ˌsiz-əm
: the habit of unconsciously gritting or grinding the teeth especially in situations of stress or during sleep