Alerta por el incremento del bruxismo infantil en los últimos años Childhood bruxism, the involuntary clenching or grinding of teeth, is a common issue in children aged 6 to 10, often occurring during sleep. Triggers include anxiety, dental development, and hyperactivity, though it’s frequently a temporary condition. Persistent symptoms like muscle pain or jaw joint issues necessitate professional dental evaluation and treatment. Modern solutions involve personalized dental splints created with intraoral scans and AI for early detection of dental wear.

• Childhood bruxism is common between ages 6 and 10, especially during tooth replacement.
• It involves involuntary teeth clenching or grinding, often unnoticed during sleep.
• Triggers include anxiety, dental growth, and hyperactivity.
• While often temporary, symptoms like muscle pain, joint clicking, or jaw locking require immediate dental attention.
• New technologies like intraoral scanners for custom splints and AI for wear analysis are improving treatment.
• AI helps detect minor fissures before they become serious problems.