As a full-service family dental care, we specialize in bruxism. Bruxism is a medical term for the grinding of teeth or the clenching of jaw, especially during deep sleep or while under stress. Symptoms Of Teeth Grinding: Dull headaches Jaw soreness Teeth that are painful or loose Fractured teeth Treatment For Grinding Of Teeth & Jaw Pain We recommend a night guard to help reduce bruxing. If stress is the cause, you may need to find a way to relax. Meditation, counseling and exercise can all help reduce stress and anxiety.