Is it normal jaw clenching

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Sometimes, maybe once a week, i suddenly wake up with my jaw clenched so hard that it hurts. I think its the pain that wakes me up when this happens. Its not stuck that way or anything i open my mouth as soon as i wake up. Its the first thing i feel when i wake up. Is it normal? How do i stop?

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Based on 32 votes (12 yes)
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  • UhhhOK
    11 years ago

    I do this too. my girlfriend has tmj so her jaw locks in place like that at times. I'd get it looked at :)

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  • yourenottheonlyone
    11 years ago

    drugs?

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  • fullhouse
    11 years ago

    May be you are low on potassium, eat bananas..Although most likely it's just a habit..Don't worry

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  • boehawk
    11 years ago

    Some ppl grind their teeth in their sleep so much and so often they can mess up their teeth , cause pain and headaches when they wake up . A dentist can fit you for a mouth guard ( it looks like the one football players wear ) that make it impossible to grind your teeth.

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    • kelili
      11 years ago

      my bf often grinds his teeth in his sleep and the sound is very annoying. Can something be done to stop that?

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