How do you stop grinding your teeth?

A mouth guard can prevent teeth grinding during sleep. A mouth guard is a covering worn over the teeth to protect them from injury. Teeth grinding, or bruxism, can be caused by stress. Finding ways to reduce stress can help prevent teeth grinding.

There are several other strategies to prevent teeth grinding during waking hours. One suggestion is to position the tip of the tongue between the teeth to relax the jaw. Chewing gum or other objects such as pencils or pens can make a person more likely to grind their teeth. Teeth grinding may also be caused by an abnormal bite or crooked teeth.