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Examining the Influence of Glycemic Management During Sleep on Sleep‐Related Bruxism: A Pilot Study

Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, EarlyView.
Stabilisation of blood glucose levels during sleep may improve sleep‐related bruxism (SRB), particularly by suppressing sympathetic nervous system activity. Furthermore, it is expected that these findings will lead to the establishment of new treatment methods for SRB in sleep dentistry.
Tatsuya Taniwaki, Kazuo Okura, Yoshitaka Suzuki, Toyoko Tajima, Akitomo Watanabe, Yoshizo Matsuka   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Efficiency of mixed and rigid occlusal stabilization splints: Randomized clinical trial [PDF]

Brazilian Oral Research
Occlusal stabilization splints are the most common treatment for controlling the deleterious effects of sleep bruxism. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a low-cost, mixed occlusal splint (MOS) compared to that of a rigid splint.
Layza Rossatto OPPITZ, Ana Carolina Mastriani ARANTES, Roberto Ramos GARANHANI, Carlos Alberto COSTA, Cristiano Miranda de ARAUJO, Orlando Motohiro TANAKA, Patricia Kern di Scala ANDREIS, Claudia SCHAPPO, Sérgio Aparecido IGNÁCIO, Aline Cristina Batista Rodrigues JOHANN, Rodrigo Nunes RACHED, Elisa Souza CAMARGO   +11 more
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Treatment and posttreatment effects of a facial mask combined with a bite-block appliance in Class III malocclusion. [PDF]

, 2010
INTRODUCTION: In this cephalometric investigation, we analyzed the treatment and posttreatment effects of an orthopedic protocol for Class III malocclusion consisting of a facial mask combined with a removable bite-block appliance.
Baccetti T, Cozza, P, Franchi L, Mucedero M, Pavoni C   +4 more
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Effectiveness of a Novel Mono‐Block Splint Versus a Twin‐Block Splint for Anterior Disc Displacement With Reduction: A Randomised Controlled Trial

Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, EarlyView.
The nMB splint demonstrated superior effectiveness in reducing joint noise and improving patient comfort compared to the TB splint, while both splints exhibited similar efficacy in relieving joint pain and enhancing MMO. The nMB design offers a promising, patient‐oriented approach for conservative treatment of ADDwR.
Zhilei Liu, Antong Wu, Wenyi Cai, Jiaqian Fan, Yunyi Yuan, Yufu Lin, Rong Zhang, Qingbin Zhang, Wei Cao   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Effects of Occlusal Splints on Temporomandibular Disorders and Well-Being Among Fibromyalgia and Bruxism Patients: A Quasi-Experimental Study

Applied Sciences
Background: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of occlusal splints on temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) and well-being in patients with fibromyalgia and bruxism.
Maria Esteve, Juan Ignacio Rosales Leal
doaj   +1 more source

Predictive value of molar bite force on Class II functional appliance treatment outcomes [PDF]

, 2017
Sagittal intermaxillary changes brought about by functional appliances show large inter-individual variation. One factor that may in part explain these differences is the masticatory musculature and its functional capacity. The aims of this study were to
Antonarakis, G. S., Kiliaridis, S., Kjellberg, H.   +2 more
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Patient Education and Self‐Management in Adults With Temporomandibular Disorders: Results From a Systematic Review With Meta‐Analysis

Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, EarlyView.
Graphical abstract summarizing the evidence from randomized controlled trials comparing education and self‐management with other non‐surgical interventions for temporomandibular disorders. ABSTRACT Objective To evaluate the efficacy of education and self‐management (ED and SM) interventions delivered by a health care provider, either alone or in ...
Geneviève Ferland, Raphaël Vincent, François Desmeules, Audrey‐Anne Cormier, Moira Huon, Laurent Pitance   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Vertical growth control during maxillary expansion using a bonded Hyrax appliance

Dental Press Journal of Orthodontics, 2012
INTRODUCTION: Rapid maxillary expansion (RME) for the treatment of maxillary deficiency and posterior crossbite may induce changes in the vertical dimension.
Francisco Marcelo Paranhos Pinto, Luciana Baptista Pereira Abi-Ramia, Andrea Sasso Stuani, Maria Bernadete Sasso Stuani, Flavia Artese   +4 more
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Clear Aligners and Bruxism: A Systematic Review

Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, EarlyView.
This study aimed to systematically evaluate the relationship between clear aligner therapy and bruxism, including both sleep and awake bruxism, to determine whether aligners act as a neutral factor, protective agent, or risk factor. The findings indicate that no definitive conclusion can be drawn, as the current evidence is limited and contradictory ...
André Luís Porporatti, Ângela Graciela Deliga Schroder, Milena Sampaio Kuczera, Aline Bastos de Barros, Yves Boucher   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Initial Therapy by Stabilization Splint in Patients with Complete Dentures [PDF]

, 2002
Pacijenti često nose neprikladne potpune proteze. One postaju funkcijski neprihvatljive zbog izražene abrazije proteznih zuba i resorpcije koštanoga proteznog ležišta. Mogu se pojaviti i simptomi disfunkcije čeljusnih zglobova.
Josip Pandurić, Miljenko Marotti, Tomislav Badel   +2 more
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