1) Habit of grinding the teeth
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grinding of the teeth => [bruxo-] (Greek) meaning 'grinding or gnashing the teeth'
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compulsion for grinding teeth
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Bruxomania is similar to Bruxism (involuntary 'nervous' grinding of the teeth while the patient is asleep) but occurs when a person is awake. Bruxomania can therefore be described as the involuntary 'nervous' grinding of the teeth while a patient is awake. It is thought bruxomania occurs as a way to relieve tension or stress and was first diagnosed...
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bruxomania, brycomania 1. A gnashing, grinding, gritting, and clenching of the teeth in other than normal chewing movements occurring unconsciously in the daytime; sometimes resulting in a loosening of the teeth and a bleeding of the gums. 2. Compulsive and continual crushing of the teeth together, with intermittent grinding. 3. The involuntary, 'n...
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