Bruxism, or teeth grinding, is a fairly common disease in young children. Manifested by an unconscious movement of the manducation apparatus, the pathology often begins with the appearance of milk teeth and tends to increase towards the placement of permanent teeth. Although teeth grinding can affect anyone, it becomes a real disease when it becomes frequent. In addition, the affected person may have complications leading to significant damage to the teeth and jaws. Research findings state that bruxism most likely stems from misalignment of the upper and lower jaws. There are essentially two types of bruxism: centered bruxism and eccentric bruxism.
Symptoms of bruxism
Whether it is centered or eccentric bruxism, the symptoms are often pain in the jaws accompanied by unbearable headaches in the temples. The disease also manifests itself in significant pain in the neck, sometimes in the shoulders. The child may also suffer from middle ear pain and may become unstable. Bruxism can also manifest itself as more or less intense tinnitus when you wake up.
Recommended homeopathic treatments
In young children, bruxism can be treated with Belladonna 9 CH. The required dose is 3 granules per day, to be administered at bedtime. Chamomilla 9 CH is also prescribed at a rate of 9 granules per day, divided into 3 doses. Cina is also suitable for treating bruxism and as a remedy the dose will be 30 CH in a single dose per week. To be effective, it can be combined with taking 5 granules of Kalium Bromatum 9 CH at bedtime. Otherwise, Stramonium, Zincum metallicum, Cicuta virosa, Asa Foetida can also be taken to relieve pain related to unconscious teeth grinding. These homeopathic remedies are used for a long-term treatment.
When to see a doctor?
Homeopathy has been shown to be effective in treating bruxism in young children. However, the disease may persist even after administration of these recommended remedies. If, despite this, the child continues to complain of pain in the jaws and temples when he wakes up, it is recommended to consult a doctor. Indeed, the persistence of the disease for several days or even months can lead to severe complications.
