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Nicnac5
02-03-17, 18:32
Has anyone elsegot this? Google tells me things from thyroid to aids 😭😭😭😭😭
Mojo61
02-03-17, 18:37
It's caused by your teeth pressing on the tongue. Very common.
lofwyr
02-03-17, 18:39
Yeah, looks like mine when I am stressed. I press my tongue into my teeth and it does that.
Nicnac5
02-03-17, 18:40
Is there any way I can stop it, it's currently so sore I must be biting it in my sleep? Wondering if a mouth guard might help :(
Mojo61
02-03-17, 18:50
A mouth guard may help. I suggest visiting your dentist for a professional opinion.
PASchoolSyndrome
02-03-17, 19:59
Also, try drinking more water! Sometimes dehydration could make your tongue a bit bigger and push against your teeth. It's very very common and not dangerous on its own!
Kathryn313
02-03-17, 21:07
Dentist will know the best approaches
AnxiousAbbie
02-03-17, 21:14
What PAS said. I had this a couple of months ago in my biggest flair. I was convinced my body was shutting down. Doctor told me my mouth was dry. I don't have the scalloping anymore since my anxiety is semi under control.

Try and relax, keep your fluids up? Are you on anti-depressants? These can cause jaw clenching as well as anxiety
Nicnac5
02-03-17, 21:33
Yes I'm on 20mg citalopram, but I did notice it before I started taking it, I first noticed it maybe about a year ago! Although this was when my anxiety was at it's highest!

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I do find I'm clenching a lot
cattia
02-03-17, 21:41
Yes, I have this too and have had it for many years, it comes and goes with my anxiety. I think it's to do with clenching my jaws in my sleep.
Cakelady
02-03-17, 22:20
Mine too, panicked at first then realised when I am anxious or stressed I really press my tongue against my teeth, still do ! x