SynthesisBMC oral health2024
Comparative analysis of different types of occlusal splints for the management of sleep bruxism: a systematic review.
Synthesis in BMC oral health, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It is linked to trial NCT07336082 (Somatosensory Training Versus Exercise Therapy in Awake Bruxism), which is not on this map. Cited by 24 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.
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The trial behind it
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Somatosensory Training Versus Exercise Therapy in Awake Bruxism: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Who cites it
24 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it, 24 citations in OpenAlex.
- The relationship between psychological factors and temporomandibular disorders: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Head & face medicine · 2025Pooled it
- Comparison of the effectiveness of botulinum toxin, dry needling, pharmacological treatment, and manual therapy for bruxism-induced myalgia: a prospective randomized study.Journal of oral & facial pain and headache · 2024Trial
- Accuracy and Reproducibility of Digital Vertical Dimension Increase in Occlusal Splint Design: A Comparative In Vitro Study of Three CAD Software Systems.Dentistry journal · 2026Article
- Deflection of occlusal splints under bruxism-like conditions: An exploratory in vitro investigation.Clinical oral investigations · 2026Article
- Bioactive Assessment of MMA-Based Dental Materials: Molecular Docking and Network Topology Analysis of Stress-Regulated Survival, Apoptosis, and Mechanotransduction Pathways.Current issues in molecular biology · 2026Article
- Muscle Tone Regulation and Bruxism in Chronic Stress: Pathophysiological Links to Tooth Fractures and Dental Hard Tissue Pathology.Medical sciences (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Three-dimensional finite element analysis of temporomandibular joint stresses following botulinum toxin injection and occlusal splint therapy in bruxism.BMC oral health · 2026Article
- Comparison of digital splints versus traditional splints for bruxism management: a systematic review.BDJ open · 2026Review
- Effect of occlusal splint design and thickness on temporomandibular joint loading: a finite element study.BMC oral health · 2026Article
- Bruxism Frequency and Low-Intensity Occlusal Tactile Detection in Healthy Adults.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Article
- Behavioral Dentistry in the Digital Age: A Review of Biofeedback Occlusal Splint Therapy.Cureus · 2026Review
- Effect of Occlusal Splint Guidance on Masseter Muscle Activity During Sleep in Adults with Sleep Bruxism: A Preliminary Randomized Crossover Clinical Trial.Journal of clinical medicine · 2025Article
- Factors Influencing Adherence to Therapy With Occlusal Splints-A Multicentre Questionnaire Based Study.Journal of oral rehabilitation · 2025Article
- Three-dimensional assessment of pharyngeal airway hyoid bone and craniocervical changes after stabilization splint treatment in temporomandibular disorder patients.Scientific reports · 2025Article
- Dental Splints and Sport Performance: A Review of the Current Literature.Dentistry journal · 2025Review
- Effect of Botulinum Toxin Injection into the Masseter Muscle in Patients with Bruxism: A single-arm, Institutional-Based Prospective Clinical Study.Journal of clinical and experimental dentistry · 2025Article
- Wear Behavior and Water Sorption of Additively Manufactured Resin-Based Splint Materials.Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Article
- The Role of Occlusal Appliances in Reducing Masseter Electromyographic Activity in Bruxism.Journal of clinical medicine · 2024Article
- Randomized Clinical Trial of Electrostimulation Therapies as an Adjuvant for the Treatment of Temporomandibular Disorders.Dentistry journal · 2024Article
- In silico assessment of biocompatibility and toxicity: molecular docking and dynamics simulation of PMMA-based dental materials for interim prosthetic restorations.Journal of materials science. Materials in medicine · 2024Article
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9 authors at 4 institutions in 3 countries.
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Abstract
backgroundSleep bruxism is a prevalent condition in dentistry practice, characterized by involuntary grinding or clenching of the teeth during sleep. Several therapies, including occlusal splints, have been used to manage sleep bruxism and temporomandibular disorders, including occlusal splints. This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of different occlusal splints in managing sleep bruxism.
methodsThe PICO framework encompasses the characterization of the population, intervention, comparison, and pertinent outcomes. A comprehensive and systematic literature review was conducted on PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar to identify grey literature. The search specifically targeted scientific studies published before September 20, 2023. The Cochrane Collaboration Risk of Bias Tool assessed the accuracy of the included Randomized Control Trials (RCTs). The modified Newcastle-Ottawa Scale assessed non-randomized studies. Data were systematically extracted, synthesized, and reported thematically.
resultsOut of the total of 808 articles that were evaluated, only 15 articles were found to meet the specified inclusion criteria. Adjustable splints, such as full-occlusion biofeedback splints, were more effective in reducing sleep bruxism episodes, improving patient-reported symptoms, and enhancing overall well-being. The impact of different occlusal sprints on electromyographic activity varies, and potential adverse effects should be considered individually.
conclusionsThis review provides valuable insights into the effectiveness of occlusal splints in managing sleep bruxism. The results of this study indicate that occlusal splint therapy is a viable treatment approach for sleep bruxism.
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