BE CAREFUL ABOUT SLEEP HYGIENE

Experts point out that carbohydrate-rich foods consumed especially at night increase the risk of tooth decay and that screen use before sleep may trigger the habit of grinding teeth, while emphasizing that sleep hygiene plays a critical role in protecting oral and dental health...

Digital Game Addiction Triggers Teeth Grinding During Sleep

Pediatric Dentist Dt. Nurgül Demir pointed out that increasing digital gaming habits and prolonged screen time in children increase the frequency of problems such as clenching and grinding teeth (bruxism) during sleep. Demir said, "Long screen exposure reduces the quality of sleep, while increasing the level of stress and arousal, which can trigger teeth grinding."

Demir stated that this situation not only affects the quality of sleep, and said, "Teeth clenching and grinding can lead to wear on the teeth, pain in the jaw joint, limitation in opening the mouth, and difficulty in chewing. Complaints such as tinnitus may also occur in the future."

SALIVATION AT NIGHT FLOW IS DECREASING

Dt. indicates that oral protective mechanisms weaken during sleep. Nurgül Demir said, "Saliva plays an important role in cleaning tooth surfaces and protecting intraoral tissues. However, saliva flow decreases during night sleep and this increases the risk of caries." shared.

ATTENTION SHOULD BE PAID AT NIGHT ROUTINE

Dt. pointed out the importance of night routines for a healthy mouth and teeth structure. Nurgül Demir warned, "Teeth should be brushed before going to sleep, and foods containing carbohydrates should be avoided, especially at night. Sufficient water should be consumed during the day, and water should be the only drink to be preferred between sleep at night."