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[Chewing on bruxism: associations, consequences and management]
Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Tandheelkunde
|July 19, 2017
Summary
Bruxism, or teeth grinding, may protect against obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS), but can also cause dental problems. Treatment is only advised for severe negative consequences.
Area of Science:
- Sleep Medicine
- Dentistry
- Neurology
Background:
- Bruxism is a masticatory muscle activity during sleep.
- Its relationship with sleep disorders, particularly obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS), is under investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the associations between bruxism and other sleep-related conditions.
- To evaluate the potential protective role of bruxism in OSAS.
- To review the negative consequences of bruxism.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and synthesis of existing studies on bruxism and sleep disorders.
- Analysis of evidence regarding the protective effects of bruxism in OSAS.
- Documentation of negative health outcomes linked to bruxism.
Main Results:
- Bruxism may offer a protective effect against OSAS, though evidence is not conclusive.
- Bruxism is associated with temporomandibular disorders, dental issues, and restoration failures.
- The severity of negative consequences dictates the need for bruxism treatment.
Conclusions:
- Bruxism's role in OSAS requires further research.
- Treatment for bruxism should be considered only when negative consequences are significant.
- Conservative treatment modalities are recommended if intervention is necessary.
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