Bruxism (teeth-grinding): Consequences and causes

Bruxism (teeth-grinding) can be a side effect of some psychiatric medications but it has several other potential causes as well. It can have many negative consequences, some of them serious. What is bruxism? Bruxism is involuntary clenching and/or grinding of the teeth. Contrary to popular belief, it can occur during the day (“wakeful bruxism”, “awake…