Bruxism Awareness as a Pre-Treatment Consideration in Dental Implantology
Trial Snapshot
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Status
- Completed
- Enrollment
- 150
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- diagnosis of bruxism
Study Overview
Brief Summary
Bruxism is a parafunctional habit characterized by clenching or grinding of the teeth and/or mandibular thrusting, which may occur during sleep or wakefulness. It is associated with various dental complications, including implant failures. Despite its prevalence, awareness of bruxism among patients remains limited, and diagnostic methods vary. This study aims to evaluate the presence and type of bruxism in patients undergoing dental implant treatment and to assess their awareness levels. The findings may help prevent implant-related complications by supporting early identification and appropriate management of bruxism.
Research Questions What is the prevalence of awake and sleep bruxism in patients scheduled for dental implant treatment?
To what extent are patients aware of their bruxism habits prior to treatment?
What are the most common signs and symptoms of bruxism observed in this patient group?
Is there a correlation between patients' self-reported bruxism and clinical findings?
Can increased bruxism awareness before implant procedures help reduce the risk of future implant and prosthetic complications?
Detailed Description
This observational study involves systemically healthy adult patients scheduled for dental implant treatment at a university dental faculty. Clinical examinations were performed to detect characteristic signs of bruxism, and validated self-report tools-including the Bruxism Questionnaire, Fonseca Anamnestic Index, and Perceived Stress Scale-were used to assess both subjective awareness and emotional stress. Additionally, a customized awareness questionnaire was administered to evaluate patients' perceptions and knowledge of bruxism.
Study Design
- Study Type
- Observational
- Observational Model
- Cohort
- Time Perspective
- Cross Sectional
Eligibility Criteria
- Ages
- 18 Years to 65 Years (Adult, Older Adult)
- Sex
- All
- Accepts Healthy Volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria
- •Participants included in the study were individuals aged between 18 and 65 years,
- •who were systemically healthy and
- •able to comprehend and respond to the questionnaire items
Exclusion Criteria
- •Individuals with intellectual disabilities,
- •suicidal tendencies, dementia,
- •or psychosis were excluded from the study.
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
diagnosis of bruxism
Time Frame: Baseline (before dental implant surgery)
Bruxism assessment in this study was based on both clinical examination and self-reported measures. Clinical diagnosis followed the 2018 international consensus criteria, requiring at least two of the following signs: masseter muscle pain or hypertrophy (extraoral), dental wear, linea alba on the buccal mucosa, or recurrent restoration failures (intraoral). Self-reported bruxism was evaluated using a standardized questionnaire based on Lobbezoo et al.'s grading system, distinguishing between awake and sleep bruxism.
Secondary Outcomes
- Stress Level(Baseline (before dental implant surgery))
Investigators
Gülbahar Ustaoğlu
associate professor
Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi