Study of teeth grinding linked to sleep apnea
Part of Brain & nervous system, Lungs & breathing, Mental health, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study looks at how sleep apnea (pauses in breathing during sleep) may cause teeth grinding or clenching at night. It aims to understand the connection and may help find better treatments for both conditions.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You need to have a moderate or high risk of sleep apnea, which will be checked with a simple questionnaire.
- You must have signs of teeth grinding or clenching, like worn teeth or jaw pain.
- You need to have a history of grinding your teeth during sleep.
- You must not be pregnant or breastfeeding, and you cannot have severe mental illness, addiction, or certain other serious health conditions.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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