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Filter by:The goal of this observational study is to learn about the genetic factors influencing bruxism, a condition characterized by teeth grinding, in a group of participants. The main questions it aims to answer are: - Is there a significant association between the rs6313 polymorphism of the HTR2A gene and bruxism? - Is there a significant association between the rs6280 polymorphism of the DRD3 gene and bruxism? Participants will: Provide DNA samples for genotyping of the DRD3 (rs6280) and HTR2A (rs6313) polymorphisms. Provide RNA samples to assess changes in the expression of HTR2A and DRD3. Researchers will compare the genetic data and RNA expression levels between individuals with bruxism and those without (controls) to see if there are significant genetic differences and expression changes associated with bruxism.
Bruxism is a repetitive jaw muscle activity that occurs during sleep or while awake, characterized by teeth clenching or grinding. Bruxism affects millions of people worldwide and is considered one of the most harmful activities for the stomatognathic system due to its morphological, pathophysiological, psychosocial features and clinical consequences. Repetitive teeth clenching and grinding movements can cause spasms, stiffness, pain, and activity changes in the chewing muscles. Since bruxism is a disorder that depends on many variables, there is no single, specific treatment and multidisciplinary approaches are often required. Most treatment strategies are conservative and symptomatic, aiming to prevent the consequences of the disorder. The main purpose of physiotherapy techniques is to reduce the negative effects of bruxism on the chewing system. Physiotherapy techniques include exercises, manual therapy, electrotherapy, acupuncture, and posture awareness. It is not clear in the literature which physiotherapy techniques are effective in the management of bruxism; Therefore, more controlled studies need to be conducted. When studies in the literature are examined, no studies have been found that objectively investigate the effectiveness of relaxation techniques alone in people with muscle pain and increased muscle stiffness due to teeth clenching problems. Within the scope of this project, it is planned to investigate the effectiveness of the myofascial release technique (MRT) and post-isometric relaxation technique (PİRT) using the grastone tool.
Bruxism is a non-functional repetitive jaw-muscle activity characterized by grinding or clenching the teeth. Bruxism, characterized by the involuntary grinding or clenching of teeth, is a prevalent parafunctional habit affecting individuals of all ages. Stress, anxiety, and depression are the psychological factors most commonly associated with the presence of bruxism.
This study aims to explore the mechanisms by which periodontal disease affects the bruxers and to assess the impact of subgingival instrumentation on jaw symptoms of probable bruxers among patients with periodontitis .
Our study aimed to investigate the effects of transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (TAVNS) application on treatment efficacy in bruxism in terms of masseter muscle activity, pain, stress level, sleep and life quality, and autonomic functions.
The aim of this study is to investigate the potential effects of different jaw relation determination (KRB) techniques on the fabrication of Michigan splints, in particular by comparing conventional methods with a wax plate and the use of an anterior jig. All materials and methods for the fabrication of the Michigan splint are already part of the curriculum of the Clinic for Dental Prosthodontics for first-year Master-students. Therefore, we intend to conduct a retrospective study (for the 2023 cohort) and a prospective analysis of the data (for the 2024 and 2025 cohorts). Questionnaires, models and intraoral scans will be used to evaluate the efficacy and precision of the different KRB methods as well as the fabrication process of the Michigan splint.
The purpose of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of clear aligners on the symptoms and signs reported by bruxism patients. The aim of the investigators is to evaluate the effect of treatment on the masticatory muscles and the changes related to the tropism of the masseter muscles using Bruxoff ® device, before and after the beginning of the therapy. Bruxoff ® is a holter that assesses the contractions of the masseter muscles and the heart during sleep. The plan is to compare treatment with clear aligners for bruxism and non-bruxism patients. The results will allow the investigators to evaluate the progress of clear aligner therapy in bruxism patients and compare them with those of non-bruxism patients.
The aim of this study was o determine the relationship between self-reported bruxism (SB) and some psychological factors (i.e: Anxiety State-Trait; Stress Reactivity Index, Beck Depression Inventory). A consecutive sample of 101 patients that reported at least 2 of the 6 items of Bruxism self-reported index, were explored clinically for quantifying the number and severity of worn teeth, and also the severe and location of the muscular pain according to an standardized inventory.
The aim of this study is to examine the effects of bruxism on mandibular movement capacity, cervical proprioception, posture and quality of life in adolescents diagnosed with nocturnal bruxism (clenching and grinding teeth while sleeping) between the ages of 13-18 and to compare them with healthy adolescents. Method: A total of 40 adolescents, 20 with nocturnal bruxism and 20 healthy, will be included in the study. Mandibular movement capacity will be evaluated with a caliper and ruler, cervical proprioception with a CROM device, posture with the New York Posture Scale, and quality of life with the PedsQL 13-18 age scale. Hypotheses: H1: Nocturnal bruxism reduces the movement capacity of the mandible in adolescents. H2: Nocturnal bruxism reduces cervical proprioception in adolescents. H3: Posture disorder increases in adolescents with nocturnal bruxism. H4: Nocturnal bruxism affects the level of daily life quality in adolescents.
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn about the performance of botulinum toxin (BTX) injections for bruxism. Participants were divided into two groups according to the duration of the symptoms. The main question is whether BTX should be reserved for long-standing bruxism where the conventional methods failed or indicated as a first-line treatment. The investigator also compared the required doses and the frequency of treatment sessions between these two groups for a complete recovery.