Sleep Bruxism and Temporomandibular Joint Symptoms Among Dental Students
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Sleep bruxism; Temporomandibular joint disorders; Dental students; Stress; Jaw pain; Oral medicine; Cross-sectional study.Abstract
Sleep bruxism is a common parafunctional habit frequently associated with psychological stress and temporomandibular disorders. Dental students may represent a high-risk population because of demanding academic schedules. This cross-sectional investigation evaluated the prevalence of self-reported sleep bruxism and temporomandibular joint symptoms among undergraduate dental students. Clinical questionnaires assessed jaw pain, morning muscle stiffness, headache, joint clicking, and perceived academic stress. Bruxism-related symptoms were more common among students reporting elevated stress and irregular sleep patterns. Mild temporomandibular discomfort and jaw fatigue represented the most frequently reported complaints. Early recognition and stress management strategies may reduce progression of temporomandibular dysfunction in young adults.
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