From risk factors to treatment: a holistic approach to managing bruxism
Introduction and purpose Bruxism, characterized by involuntary clenching or grinding of teeth, affects individuals across all age groups, often leading to significant oral health complications and diminished quality of life. While its etiology is multifactorial, involving genetic, psychological, a...
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Introduction and purpose Bruxism, characterized by involuntary clenching or grinding of teeth, affects individuals across all age groups, often leading to significant oral health complications and diminished quality of life. While its etiology is multifactorial, involving genetic, psychological, and physiological factors, the management of bruxism remains challenging due to the variability in its presentation. This study aims to characterize bruxism and evaluate various therapeutic interventions, including pharmacological treatments, botulinum toxin injections, occlusal splints, and non-invasive methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), biofeedback therapy (BFT), and physiotherapy.
Materials and methods A comprehensive review of recent clinical trials and studies was conducted, focusing on the efficacy, safety, and limitations of both invasive and non-invasive interventions.
State of knowledge Botulinum toxin injections and dry needling demonstrated significant efficacy, though their effects were temporary. Non-invasive therapies, including CBT and BFT, were noted for their safety but showed limited effectiveness. Combining sleep hygiene with mindfulness practices produced promising results, particularly in children. Physiotherapeutic methods, such as manual therapy and home exercises, helped alleviate muscle tension and pain.
Conclusions While bruxism management has advanced with diverse treatment options, challenges persist, particularly concerning the durability of effects and patient compliance. A multidisciplinary approach integrating psychological, physical, and pharmacological strategies appears essential for optimal outcomes. Further research is needed to refine therapies and establish long-term efficacy.
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| spelling | doaj-art-d9bea29b61dc416481cf9c7dd7c0dd6e2025-08-20T03:02:07ZengKazimierz Wielki UniversityJournal of Education, Health and Sport2391-83062025-03-017910.12775/JEHS.2025.79.58357From risk factors to treatment: a holistic approach to managing bruxismOlga Jabłońska0https://orcid.org/0009-0000-3829-6482Aleksandra Galanty-Ochyra1https://orcid.org/0009-0000-2911-0201Aleksandra Nosal2https://orcid.org/0009-0007-3043-9494Adam Czarnecki3https://orcid.org/0009-0003-8090-0171Piotr Zając4https://orcid.org/0009-0004-1516-8487Jan Węgrzyn5https://orcid.org/0009-0008-0548-408XŁukasz Fijałkowski6https://orcid.org/0009-0009-9088-7461Karolina Serwońska7https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0958-9360Artur Pastuszka8https://orcid.org/0009-0008-6226-9861Independent Public Healthcare Institution of the Ministry of the Interior and Administration, Kronikarza Galla 25, 30-053 Kraków5 Military Clinical Hospital with Polyclinic SPZOZ, Wrocławska 1-3, 30-901 Kraków5 Military Clinical Hospital with Polyclinic SPZOZ, Wrocławska 1-3, 30-901 Kraków5 Military Clinical Hospital with Polyclinic SPZOZ, Wrocławska 1-3, 30-901 KrakówUpper Silesian Medical Center of Prof. Leszek Giec of the Silesian Medical University, Ziołowa 45-47, 40-635 Katowice – OchojecUpper Silesian Medical Center of Prof. Leszek Giec of the Silesian Medical University Ziołowa 45-47, 40-635 Katowice – Ochojec5 Military Clinical Hospital with Polyclinic SPZOZ Wrocławska 1-3, 30-901 KrakówUpper Silesian Medical Center of Prof. Leszek Giec of the Silesian Medical University Ziołowa 45-47, 40-635 Katowice – OchojecSt. Elizabeth Hospital in Katowice, The American Heart of Poland Group Warszawska 52, 40-008 Katowice Introduction and purpose Bruxism, characterized by involuntary clenching or grinding of teeth, affects individuals across all age groups, often leading to significant oral health complications and diminished quality of life. While its etiology is multifactorial, involving genetic, psychological, and physiological factors, the management of bruxism remains challenging due to the variability in its presentation. This study aims to characterize bruxism and evaluate various therapeutic interventions, including pharmacological treatments, botulinum toxin injections, occlusal splints, and non-invasive methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), biofeedback therapy (BFT), and physiotherapy. Materials and methods A comprehensive review of recent clinical trials and studies was conducted, focusing on the efficacy, safety, and limitations of both invasive and non-invasive interventions. State of knowledge Botulinum toxin injections and dry needling demonstrated significant efficacy, though their effects were temporary. Non-invasive therapies, including CBT and BFT, were noted for their safety but showed limited effectiveness. Combining sleep hygiene with mindfulness practices produced promising results, particularly in children. Physiotherapeutic methods, such as manual therapy and home exercises, helped alleviate muscle tension and pain. Conclusions While bruxism management has advanced with diverse treatment options, challenges persist, particularly concerning the durability of effects and patient compliance. A multidisciplinary approach integrating psychological, physical, and pharmacological strategies appears essential for optimal outcomes. Further research is needed to refine therapies and establish long-term efficacy. https://apcz.umk.pl/JEHS/article/view/58357bruxismmanual therapydry needlingbotulinum toxinocclusal splintsphysiotherapy |
| spellingShingle | Olga Jabłońska Aleksandra Galanty-Ochyra Aleksandra Nosal Adam Czarnecki Piotr Zając Jan Węgrzyn Łukasz Fijałkowski Karolina Serwońska Artur Pastuszka From risk factors to treatment: a holistic approach to managing bruxism Journal of Education, Health and Sport bruxism manual therapy dry needling botulinum toxin occlusal splints physiotherapy |
| title | From risk factors to treatment: a holistic approach to managing bruxism |
| title_full | From risk factors to treatment: a holistic approach to managing bruxism |
| title_fullStr | From risk factors to treatment: a holistic approach to managing bruxism |
| title_full_unstemmed | From risk factors to treatment: a holistic approach to managing bruxism |
| title_short | From risk factors to treatment: a holistic approach to managing bruxism |
| title_sort | from risk factors to treatment a holistic approach to managing bruxism |
| topic | bruxism manual therapy dry needling botulinum toxin occlusal splints physiotherapy |
| url | https://apcz.umk.pl/JEHS/article/view/58357 |
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