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MeSH Heading: Bruxism
Tree Number(s): C07.793.099; F01.145.466.132; F01.470.315.500
Unique ID: D002012
RDF Unique Identifier: http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D002012
Annotation: SLEEP BRUXISM is also available
Scope Note: A disorder characterized by grinding and clenching of the teeth.
Entry Term(s): Bruxomania; Teeth Grinding Disorder
Public MeSH Note: 65; was see under MASTICATION 1963-64
History Note: 65; was see under MASTICATION 1963-64
Date Established: 1965/01/01
Date of Entry: 1999/01/01
Revision Date: 2021/05/12

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Bruxism MeSH Descriptor Data 2025