Author/Authors :
Seraj, B Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran , Ahmadi, R Department of Pediatric Dentistry - School of Dentistry - Zahedan University of Medical Sciences, Zahedan , Mirkarimi, M Department of Pediatric Dentistry - School of Dentistry - Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran , Ghadimi, S Department of Pediatric Dentistry - School of Dentistry - Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran , Beheshti, M Department of Pediatric Dentistry - School of Dentistry - Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran
Abstract :
The aim of this study is to review the existing literature about temporomandibular disorders
(TMD) and parafunctional habits (bruxism) and their relationship in children and adolescents,
which is still controversial. TMD is a collective term used to identify a group of
musculoskeletal conditions of the temporomandibular region. Bruxism defined as the habitual
nonfunctional forceful contact between occlusal tooth surfaces. Some studies have
linked oral parafunctional habits to TMD, whereas others did not observe this relationship.
The role of bruxism -as is currently described- can be considered a controversial and unresolved
issue. Taking all evidence together, the authors suggest that there is not any clear
relationship between bruxism and TMD.
Keywords :
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders , Bruxism , Child , Adult Children , Adolescent
