Observational analysis shows a link between occlusal wear facets and sleep bruxism in adults, suggesting need for awareness.
Background: Teeth grinding can occur during sleep and may remain unknown due to the absence of overt symptoms and lack of conscious awareness. Over time, repetitive actions can subtly alter the physical appearance of the teeth’s tops, either in terms of appearance or texture. People might not be aware of these slight variations, but they might allude to other nighttime practices
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