Why Is My Child Grinding Their Teeth at Night? | Pediatric Dentist Explains

Medically reviewed by Dr. Yury Slepak, DDS – Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry | 15+ Years Experience | Last Updated: March 2026 Children grind their teeth primarily due to jaw development, teething pain, or stress. This condition, called bruxism, affects up to one in three children and is usually a normal phase that children […]