BRUXISM

This study tests whether a digital bite-force sensor can objectively measure bruxism (teeth grinding) and track how well Botox injections work. Thirty-six adults with bruxism will receive either Botox or a placebo in their jaw muscles. Researchers will use the sensor and patient …

This study tests a special gel (HA35) applied to the jaw at night to relieve pain and muscle tightness from temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). About 30 adults with TMD will use the gel nightly for 8-12 hours. Researchers will check how well it reduces pain and tension after …

This study will test whether different massage techniques can reduce jaw pain and muscle stiffness in people with sleep bruxism (teeth grinding). Forty-two participants will receive either connective tissue massage, another massage method, or a standard mouthguard (occlusal splin…

This study looks at how mental health, especially stress, affects gum disease in people who grind their teeth. About 110 adults aged 30-50 with both teeth grinding and gum disease will answer mental health questions and get a dental check-up. The goal is to see if poor mental hea…

This study looks at how stress levels, sleep quality, and teeth grinding (bruxism) together affect gum disease in adults aged 30-45. Researchers will compare two groups of people with gum disease: those who grind their teeth and those who do not. The goal is to understand how the…

This study looks at whether psychological resilience — the ability to bounce back from stress — can reduce the harmful effects of stress on gums in people who grind their teeth (bruxers). Researchers will measure stress and resilience using questionnaires and check gum health in …

This study explores whether stress in children and their parents is related to bruxism (teeth grinding) in kids aged 8-11. Researchers will compare 100 children with and without bruxism, using questionnaires to measure stress levels. The goal is to better understand the role of s…