Relaxation techniques for jaw clenching and teeth grinding
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests whether different relaxation methods can help reduce stress and relieve symptoms of teeth grinding or jaw clenching, which are often linked to stress. It uses saliva samples to measure changes in stress-related markers.
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Who can take part
- You have mild to moderate teeth grinding or jaw clenching
- You have had grinding sounds, jaw pain, or tender chewing muscles recently
- Your stress level is moderate, based on a standard questionnaire
- You have not had Botox or platelet-rich plasma injections in the past 6 months
- You are not pregnant, do not have high blood pressure, and are not under psychiatric care
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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