Reducing alcohol intake is also advisable since alcohol has been shown to worsen bruxism. It is now well known that stress and anxiety play the major role in causing bruxism. If you suffer from bruxism try to more effectively manage the stress in your life. By carefully monitoring and controlling the stress you can often dramatically reduce bruxism. We all feel stress at one time or another.
Stress is simply the body's reaction to perceived threats or harmful stimuli.
In response, the body increases heart rate, increases blood pressure, and releases a host of cytokines and other chemicals. While stress is meant to be a protective mechanism, in today's society, we often experience so much stress that it can become dangerous to our health. Not surprisingly, stress has been implicated as the major factor in causing bruxism. It is not meant to serve as delivery of medical care. Those persons with specific medical questions should consult their dentist, doctor, or other medical care provider.