Levels of stress and types of bruxism in the students of the dentistry area of the RomuloGallegos University during the first semester of the year 2022
Journal Title: Más Vita - Year 2024, Vol 6, Issue 1
Abstract
Introduction: Bruxism as a consequence of stress and anxiety is an involuntary habit with functional problems of the stomatognathic system that consists of teeth grinding that is most often carried out unconsciously during the day or when people sleep at night. Sleep-related problems can have a direct impact on involuntary teeth clenching. Dental students suffer high levels of stress due to their occupations, responsibilities and theoretical-practical activities.Objective: To specify the stress levels and types of bruxism in students in the dental area of the Rómulo Gallegos University during the first semester of 2022.Materials and methods: This study was methodologically supported by descriptive, non-experimental field work. , whose population was made up of 200 students and an intentional sample of (20) is equivalent to 10% of the original population. Results: it was evident that 75% of the students presented episodic acute stress and 25% acute stress, of which 60% presented a type of nocturnal bruxism, 30% mixed bruxism and only 10% daytime bruxism. Conclusion: It is recommended to use relief splints, avoid situations that generate high levels of stress, take advantage of free time to rest, have a good sleep routine, improve your diet, and do some recreational activity
Authors and Affiliations
Zulay Margarita Palima González, Keulis Patricia Campo Gutiérrez, Dieyrannys del Valle Marín Rivero
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