The effect of rapid palatal expansion on sleep bruxism in children.

Background: Sleep bruxism (SB) is a movement described as an involuntary mastication movement during sleep, also defined as rhythmic masticatory muscle activity (RMMA). It is observed in 2-40 % of the pediatric population. A link was suggested between respiratory events and RMMA.

Sleep bruxism, snoring, and headaches in adolescents: short-term effects of a mandibular advancement appliance.

Objectives: Sleep bruxism (SB) frequently is associated with other sleep disorders and pain concerns. Our study assesses the efficacy of a mandibular advancement appliance (MAA) for SB management in adolescents reporting snoring and headache (HA).

Methods: Sixteen adolescents (mean age, 14.