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bruxism

/ˈbrʌk.sɪz.əm/

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noun

/ˈbrʌk.sɪz.əm/C1formalmedical
  • ruМедицинское состояние, характеризующееся непроизвольным или неосознанным сжатием или скрежетанием зубов, которое часто происходит во время сна.

A medical condition characterized by the involuntary or unconscious clenching or grinding of the teeth, which often occurs during sleep.

uncountable

  1. Teeth grindingC1formalmedical

    The involuntary or unconscious habit of clenching or grinding the teeth, often occurring during sleep.

    ruСкрежетание зубами

    • The dentist diagnosed her bruxism after noticing worn tooth enamel.
    • Many people with bruxism are unaware they grind their teeth at night.
    • Stress is a common trigger for bruxism episodes.