Posts Tagged ‘bullying’

New study suggests that tooth grinding could be a sign of bullying in young people

New study suggests that tooth grinding could be a sign of bullying in young people

New research has suggested that grinding the teeth, also known as bruxism, could be a sign of bullying in young people. The study, which has been published in the Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, suggests that teenagers who are bullied at school are up to four times more likely to suffer from bruxism than young people […]


Bullying in Children linked to the Aesthetic of the Smile

Bullying in Children linked to the Aesthetic of the Smile

A report has linked bullying and low self-esteem in children to the appearance of their teeth. The report suggests that children who have irregular shaped teeth or prominent front teeth are more likely to be bullied and suffer from a lack of confidence than children who have regular smiles. The report, which has recently been […]