Relationship Between Bruxism and Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Systematic Review of the Literature.

ABSTRACT: Background and objectives: The interest in studying the relationship between bruxism and sleep apnea has increased over the past decade, given its prevalence and its implications for both oral and overall health. Bruxism occurs in a significant portion of the population, with an overall incidence ranging between 8 and 31%. Obstructive sleep apnea affects 4-6% of middle-aged men and 2-4% of middle-aged women, and it is associated with diminished quality of life, hypertension, increased cardiovascular risks, traffic accidents, and a higher mortality rate. Although a possible association has been suggested, the causal relationship remains unclear. This review aimed to systematically evaluate the available evidence on the association between SB and OSA, focusing on potential shared risk

SUBMITTER: Doblado NG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12295005 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature