The most commonly used methods of bruxism treatment – a literature review

Journal Title: Journal of Stomatology (Czasopismo Stomatologiczne) - Year 2018, Vol 71, Issue 2

Abstract

Introduction. Bruxism is referred to as grinding and clenching of teeth. It is a disorder affecting an increasing amount of patients. This disease causes very severe ailments that negatively influencing the daily functioning and manifesting, among the others, as toothaches, masticatory muscle pain, headaches or also tooth hypersensitivity. Article description. The aim of the work is to analyse the contemporary treatment methods and methods of alleviating the effects of the disease. In addition, it evaluated the usefulness of these methods in daily dental practice. The article shows contemporary view about treatment including multidisciplinary approach. The authors presented treatment of bruxism such as: splints, physiotherapy, psychotherapy, biofeedback and pharmacological treatment. The variety of methods currently used and the lack of clear guidelines for treatment of bruxism should be emphasized. The article also draws attention to the need to modify the daily behavior of the patient through relaxation exercises or biofeedback, to eliminate bruxism, not merely alleviate its symptoms. Summary. The multidirectional approach and treatment of bruxism can produce satisfactory and lasting results.<br/><br/>

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Paulina Wilmont, Klara Saczuk, Łukasz Pawlak, Monika Łukomska-Szymańska

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Paulina Wilmont, Klara Saczuk, Łukasz Pawlak, Monika Łukomska-Szymańska (2018). The most commonly used methods of bruxism treatment – a literature review. Journal of Stomatology (Czasopismo Stomatologiczne), 71(2), 150-164. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-366689