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Teeth grinding
My son 5yrs old is observed to grind teeth during sleep.Day time he complaints about tooth pain.Please advise regarding cause and treatment.
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Check fir worms
Is he under some stress
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Deworm him
Consult with pediatrician
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Dr. M.L.Kothari
Pediatrician
42 yrs exp
Jaipur
Dear parents,
Relieve the child from stress, deworm the child.
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C. Sridevi
Pediatrician
47 yrs exp
Chennai
Teeth grinding could be due to worms or habit
Treat for worms and if it still persists consult dentist for teeth guard.
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Dr. S. T. Pushpam
Pediatrician
16 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi,
More detailed history required
When did you deworm him?
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Consult online
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