[Amanda21]

I wasnt sure where this goes. but i notcied that Taya grinds her teeth when she sleeps. is this okay for her?

[Sister]

If her teeth aren't showing obvious signs of wear, I don't think I'd be terribly concerned. I'm not sure how you could put a stop to the behavior anyways.

[Jessica]

Oral disease is the most common dog clinical disease, and 85% of dogs over four years of age have dental problems. Cleaning your dog’s teeth is extremely important because the mouth has an ample blood supply. If there is infection in your dog’s mouth, the blood can carry it throughout your dog’s body, and it can settle in your dog’s organs. Periodontal disease is associated with chronic diseases of the heart, kidneys, and liver.

[TinyStar]

I'd imagine it's almost like it is with a human. If she doesn't do it constantly or show any wear on the teeth, it's not too bad. Just make sure she doesn't do it constantly. You might want to ask your vet about it anyhow though.

[Jessica]

If you dog is stressed and trying not to show it the result may be teeth grinding. It's called bruxism, and often it happens as dogs sleep, caused not just by stress and anxiety but by sleep disorders, an abnormal bite or teeth that are missing or crooked. Your dog may experience a dull headache or a sore jaw. Your dog could have teeth that are painful or loose from severe grinding. This can lead to fractures in the dogs teeth. The vet can fit her with a guard to protect her while she sleeps. If stress is the cause, you need to find a way to help your dog relax. Physical therapy, muscle relaxants, counseling, and even exercise can help reduce her tension. Don't let her make her teeth the brunt of her stress.

[Jessica]

Bruxism (pronounced BRUK-sizm) is the technical term for forcible grinding and clenching of the teeth. It usually happens at night, during sleep, although some dogs grind their teeth during the day as well. Dogs who suffer from bruxism may also bite their paws or other objects, or chew the insides of their cheeks. How do you find out if your dog is grinding his/her teeth? Because most bruxism happens at night, most dogs aren't even aware of it, but the owner might be. It can sound like fingernails on a chalk board, or the vet may notice it. Here are some typical signs that your dog is grinding his/her teeth:
1. Jaw or facial pain and tenderness on awakening that lessens throughout the day
2. Headaches or earaches in the morning that go away as the day wears on
3. The noise is keeping you awake at night
4. Teeth have become sensitive to cold, pressure, or other stimuli
5. Indentations on tongue
6. Tips of teeth appear flattened
What do you do if you think your dog may be grinding it's teeth? If you think your dog might be grinding it's teeth at night, the first thing to do is visit the vet to asses possible damage. essential to halt the course of the disease to prevent or arrest damage to the dog's teeth, gums, and jaw. For referals of vets in your area, please visit:
Veterinarian Directory on VetWeb.net - Find Veterinarians and Veterinary Stuff.
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[Amanda21]

yeah.... she's only 3 months old.

I was just wondering if she would keep it a habit kind of thing, or if it was okay for her to do this. not the whole Run-Down on a dogs teeth. LOL.

but anyways thankyou y'all