Bruxism refers to the unconscious grinding or clenching of teeth, which can occur during the day or, above all, at night. From a functional perspective, bruxism is not viewed in isolation but in connection with the masticatory muscles, the jaw joint, tooth contacts, breathing, stress processing, and neuromuscular tension patterns.
In the professional literature and clinical practice, various contributing factors are described, including muscular overload, stress, sleep behavior, and functional aspects of the masticatory system. Interactions between jaw function and posture are also addressed.
The articles compiled in this topic area explore possible functional connections related to bruxism from various perspectives and serve to provide context and a better understanding of this condition.
