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Abstract

This paper reviewed of bruxism phenomenon that refers to the grinding or clenching of the teeth during awake or
night sleep. The prevalence of bruxism decreases with age from 14-18% in childhood, 8% of adult population and
3% in the elderly. According to the existing literature, two groups of proposed etiological factors can be
distinguished: peripheral (morphological) and central (pathophysiological and psychological). At present, the
bruxism is more often thought to be regulated centrally, not peripherally. Signs and symptoms of bruxism such as
tooth wear/dental attrition, abfractions, orofacial pain, change of periodontal ligament, mobility, tooth sensitivity,
fractured teeth and fillings, earache, headache, tightness of jaw muscle, chewed tissue on the inside of your cheek,
impact on the esthetic appearance of a smile. There have been many clinical approaches to the treatment of
bruxism. These can be categorized as acute, preventive and chronic management of bruxism, based on patient’s
signs and symptoms. In the case of acute symptoms with patients experiencing pain, pharmaco-therapeutics may be
required. Meanwhile, if tooth wear is present an occlusal splint and stress management are recommended. Dentists
and health professionals should be aware of increasing the phenomenon of bruxism.

Pages

184-189

Rights

©2016Sri Wendari A. Hartono, Nunung Rusminah, Aprillia Adenan

DOI

10.15562/jdmfs.v10i3.282

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