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Comparative Study
. 1980 Dec;3(4):385-97.
doi: 10.1007/BF00845292.

Factors associated with nocturnal bruxism and its treatment

D P Funch, E N Gale
Comparative Study

Factors associated with nocturnal bruxism and its treatment

D P Funch et al. J Behav Med. 1980 Dec.

Abstract

Using a single-subject design, two methods of treating nocturnal bruxism were evaluated. Neither technique was successful; both resulted in a rebound effect when treatment was stopped. In addition, the role of anxiety in bruxing behavior was evaluated. Contrary to most theoretical beliefs, bruxing resulting from anxiety was not as important as "anticipatory" anxiety resulting in bruxing.

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