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Old May 08, 2023, 07:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Samicat View Post
Sore jaw from clenching/grinding my teeth. I have almost chewed through another night guard. I don't know how to relax more while asleep!

Anyone else have this problem?
Nighttime bruxism was never much of a problem for me, but daytime has been for a good percentage of my life. An endodontist said that my front top/bottom teeth are worn down as much as many 70 year olds'. Mood stabilization and anxiety control obviously helps a bit, but I believe medications have also been an issue. Definitely something to talk to a psychiatrist about. And also a therapist, for the psych part.

How is your sleep? I would think that a certain night medication might make a difference. For example, I think for those that take Seroquel, taking some instant release with extended release at night could help. Seroquel tends to be good for anxiety sufferers as it is, but a shot if IR with XR puts me in a sleep state where I likely wouldn't be grinding. I barely even remember dreams. Low restlessness.
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Dx: Bipolar type 1

Psych Medications:
* Tegretol XR (carbamazepine ER) 800 mg
* Lamictal (lamotrigine) 150 mg
* Seroquel XR (quetiapine ER) 500 mg

I also take meds for blood pressure, cholesterol, and tachycardia.
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