Evaluation of jaw bone density and morphology in bruxers using panoramic radiography.

Background/purpose: Bruxism affects the stomatognathic system and causes tissue damage by the excessive jaw movements. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of sleep bruxism on jaw bone density, mineralisation and morphology by comparing bruxers and non-bruxers.

Materials And Methods: 60 bruxers and 60 non-bruxers (control) patients were included in the analysis.