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Biofeedback for treatment of awake and sleep bruxism in adults: systematic review protocol

NIHPub

May 2, 201422 min read

Clinical Trials & Studies

Biofeedback for treatment of awake and sleep bruxism in adults: systematic review protocol

A systematic review of published literature examining biofeedback as an intervention directed at controlling primary bruxism in adults.

Effectiveness of two physical therapy interventions, relative to dental treatment

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Jan 6, 201417 min read

Clinical Trials & Studies

Effectiveness of two physical therapy interventions, relative to dental treatment

The study will support the practice of evidence-based physical therapy for individuals with bruxism.

Computerized analysis of occlusal contacts in bruxism patients treated with occlusal splint therapy

NIHPub

Aug 30, 201312 min read

Clinical Trials & Studies

Computerized analysis of occlusal contacts in bruxism patients treated with occlusal splint therapy

Identify response difference of individuals with/without bruxism to a full-arch maxillary stabilization splint in terms of occlusal changes.

An evidence-based review of botulinum toxin (Botox) applications

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Feb 11, 201320 min read

Clinical Trials & Studies

An evidence-based review of botulinum toxin (Botox) applications

This article reviews the current evidence pertaining to Botox use in the head and neck

Effects of sleep bruxism on functional and occlusal parameters

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Aug 31, 201217 min read

Clinical Trials & Studies

Effects of sleep bruxism on functional and occlusal parameters

Study to verify no differences among sleep bruxism subjects & non-sleep bruxism controls with regard to functional and occlusal parameters

Efficacy of botulinum toxins on bruxism: an evidence-based review

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Feb 1, 201211 min read

Clinical Trials & Studies

Efficacy of botulinum toxins on bruxism: an evidence-based review

The objective of this study was to assess the efficacy of botulinum toxins on bruxism.

Teeth Grinding: Is Emotional Stability related to Bruxism?

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May 31, 201012 min read

Clinical Trials & Studies

Teeth Grinding: Is Emotional Stability related to Bruxism?

This study examines the association between personality traits and bruxism, the repetitive grinding or clenching of teeth

Saliva between normal and pathological. Important factors in determining systemic and oral health

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Jun 30, 200910 min read

Clinical Trials & Studies

Saliva between normal and pathological. Important factors in determining systemic and oral health

Review of the formation, function and dysfunction of salivary glands to convey the significant role played by saliva in health and disease

Evaluation of Treatments in Patients with Nocturnal Bruxism on Bite Force and Occlusal Contact Area

NIHPub

Oct 1, 200813 min read

Clinical Trials & Studies

Evaluation of Treatments in Patients with Nocturnal Bruxism on Bite Force and Occlusal Contact Area

Investigate the short-term effects of occlusal splint therapy and tricyclic antidepressants on the bite force and occlusal contact area.

Occlusal splints for treating sleep bruxism (tooth grinding)

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Oct 17, 200741 min read

Clinical Trials & Studies

Occlusal splints for treating sleep bruxism (tooth grinding)

Evaluate the effectiveness of occlusal splints for the treatment of sleep bruxism with alternative interventions, placebo or no treatment

Biofeedback and the Behavioral Treatment of Disorders of Disregulation

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Nov 30, 197932 min read

Clinical Trials & Studies

Biofeedback and the Behavioral Treatment of Disorders of Disregulation

Review of biofeedback research from the perspective of feedback theory and applies the theory to the treatment of psychosomatic disorders