bruxism

[ bruhk-siz-uhm ]

noun

, Pathology.

1. teeth grinding.

bruxism

/ ˈbrʌksɪzəm /

noun

1. the habit of grinding the teeth, esp unconsciously

bruxism

/ brŭk′sĭz′əm /

1. The habitual, involuntary grinding or clenching of the teeth, usually during sleep and sometimes associated wth stress.

Word History and Origins

Origin of bruxism¹

1935–40; < Greek *brȳx ( is ) a gnashing of teeth ( brȳ́k ( ein ) to gnash, bite + -sis -sis ) + -ism

Word History and Origins

Origin of bruxism¹

irregularly formed from Greek brykein to gnash the teeth + -ism

Example Sentences

The condition, called bruxism, can apply up to 200 pounds of force to the teeth.

From Washington Post

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 with pre-pandemic times.

From Washington Post

Research also indicates diaphragmatic breathing and singing can strengthen and expand your airway muscles to reduce both snoring and bruxism.

From New York Times

Sleep grinding, known as bruxism, is harder to tackle.

From The Guardian

Stress is far from the only potential cause of bruxism, Klasser adds.

From Washington Post