Bruxismo infantil : da etiologia ao tratamento.

Abstract

Bruxism is a parafunctional oral habit, involuntary and unconscious defined as static or dynamic contact of the teeth, which occurs at different times of the functions of chewing or swallowing. This literature review study aims to increase knowledge about the causes, diagnosis and treatment of childhood bruxism. Therefore, advanced research sites were consulted, such as ‘Portal de periódicos da Capes’, ‘Scielo’ and ‘PubMed’. The cause of bruxism is considered multifactorial involving local factors like systemic, psychological, hereditary and environmental. Regarding diagnosis, highlights the polysomnography associated with clinical examination and reporting of the patient. The treatment should be individualized and associated with a multi professional team of dentists, doctors, psychologists and physiotherapists. It is concluded that more studies and actions are needed in order to improve the life quality of children with bruxism.