Bruxism is the involuntary clenching, grinding and gnashing of the teeth, with around half of the population doing this at some stage, usually as a stress response. Some people are regular and forceful tooth grinders and cause a lot of damage to their teeth, resulting in pain in the jaw. Often teeth grinding happens during sleep, but some people grind and clench their teeth while awake.
Read MoreCleaning your tongue might reduce the amount of bacteria on the tongue, though the impact of reducing the amount of bacteria on the tongue has not been proven, but may improve mouth freshness for smokers.
Read MoreTooth sensitivity occurs when the underlying layer of your teeth, known as dentine, becomes exposed. Dentine contains tiny tubules that lead to the nerves in the center of the tooth, which can cause pain and sensitivity when they are stimulated.
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