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08.28.2015
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Excessive use of electronic devices such as mobile phones and video games, may be contributing to cases of bruxism in children. Although the relationship is not yet proven by studies, many cases are being seen in dental practices. Bruxism is a disorder that causes rangimento teeth during sleep and is caused generally by nervousness and anxiety. About 35% of children up to 10 years and 15% of adolescents between 11 and 16 years have the problem, according to research from the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG).
- Using electronics, children are bound up, neither talk right. This can trigger the disorder - explains the dentist Outair Bastazini, president of the Regional Council of Dentistry of Rio de Janeiro (CRO-RJ).
One of the best ways to prevent bruxism is to seek a peaceful sleep.
- Sometimes parents think that if a child gets too tired, she will sleep well. But hectic days can end up in agitated sleep - Pediatric Dentistry says the professor of UERJ, Vera Soviero.
Acrylic sheets
In addition to try to reverse the stress situation in which the child lives, the treatment can be done by acrylic plates on teeth.
- When there is tooth decay, we recommend the use of the plates at bedtime - explains the dentist Simone Brandão.
After you repair your 6 year old daughter was grinding my teeth at night, the journalist Daniela Neves took her to the dentist and found the problem:
- My daughter has adapted very well and even like to use card that is purple and shiny.
Bullying is also responsible
Teens who suffer bullying - acts of physical or psychological violence at school - are six times more likely to develop bruxism, according to a survey supervised by professor Jennifer Serra-Negra, UFMG School of Dentistry.
- They live moments of stress and daily discomfort, which ends up contributing to the development of this sleep disorder - explains the professor, who conducted the research with 1,344 teenagers between 11 and 16 years.
The survey also found that children who perform many tasks are more likely to disorder.
- Bruxism percentage is higher in children who need to make many tasks such as taking care of his younger brother and clean the kitchen.
In contrast, the disorder rate is lower in children who do physical exercise or artistic activities for pleasure and without obligation.
Source: Extra
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