Breathe easy, grind less: simple breathing exercises may ease nighttime teeth clenching
NCT ID NCT07181642
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a 4-week program of diaphragmatic breathing exercises before bed can reduce sleep bruxism (teeth grinding) in 100 adults. Participants learned deep breathing techniques and practiced them nightly, while a control group listened to neutral music. The goal was to see if the breathing exercises could lower grinding frequency, ease jaw discomfort, and improve sleep quality.
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Active substance
Diaphragmatic breathing exercises
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to manage sleep bruxism and reduce jaw pain.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with 100 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and the effect might be modest or no better than listening to music.
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Hospital Habib Bougatfa Bizerte
Bizerte, 7000, Tunisia