Related Experiment Video
Updated: Apr 11, 2026

Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy DISE with Target Controlled Infusion TCI and Bispectral Analysis in Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Published on: December 6, 2016
Sleep-Related Breathing Disorders and Bruxism
J Kostrzewa-Janicka1, P Jurkowski2, K Zycinska3
1Department of Prosthodontics, Medical University of Warsaw, Pavillon XIa, 59 Nowogrodzka St., 02-006, Warsaw, Poland. jolanta.kostrzewa-janicka@wum.edu.pl.
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and sleep bruxism share a positive correlation, with more frequent apnea episodes linked to increased teeth grinding. Further research is needed to understand this connection and improve treatment for patients with both conditions.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Sleep Medicine
- Dentistry
Background:
- Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a sleep disorder characterized by upper airway obstruction, leading to fragmented sleep and oxygen desaturation.
- Sleep bruxism involves involuntary teeth clenching or grinding during sleep, often linked to central nervous system factors.
- Micro-arousals in OSA may trigger jaw muscle activity, suggesting a potential link between these conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the relationship between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and sleep bruxism.
- To explore the potential pathophysiological connections between sleep apnea events and teeth grinding.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on obstructive sleep apnea and sleep bruxism.
- Analysis of reported correlations between apneic episodes and teeth clenching frequency in OSA patients.
Main Results:
- A positive correlation has been reported between the frequency of apneic episodes in OSA and the occurrence of teeth clenching.
- Sleep bruxism is increasingly viewed as a physiological phenomenon in certain populations.
Conclusions:
- The findings suggest a link between OSA and sleep bruxism, with potential shared underlying mechanisms.
- Further research is essential to elucidate the pathophysiology of sleep bruxism in OSA and develop targeted therapies.
More Related Videos
06:23A Chronic Sleep Fragmentation Model using Vibrating Orbital Rotor to Induce Cognitive Deficit and Anxiety-Like Behavior in Young Wild-Type Mice
Published on: September 22, 2020
05:34Author Spotlight: Utilizing Traditional Chinese Acupuncture of the Ear to Improve Sleep Disorders
Published on: August 18, 2023
Related Concept Videos
Sleep Apnea
The condition is more prevalent among...
Sleep-Wake Cycles
NREM Sleep
NREM sleep comprises four progressive stages that seamlessly merge:
REM Sleep Behavior Disorder
RBD is significantly associated with...
Sleepwalking and Sleep Talking
Factors that increase the likelihood of sleepwalking include sleep deprivation and alcohol consumption. Contrary to common beliefs, it is safe...
Other Pulmonary Disorders
Alterations in Respiration II
In Biot's breathing, the respiratory rate and depth are irregular, alternating between periods of deep gasping and apnea. Common causes...