Which is More Effective in Management of Bruxism: Botox or Occlusal Splints

Which is More Effective in Management of Bruxism for Implant Overdenture Patients: Botox or Occlusal Splints - A One Year Clinical Study

The aim of this study is to compare the efficacy of Botulinum toxin (Botox) and traditional occlusal splints for the management of bruxism in edentulous patients rehabilitated with MIOD

42 edentulous patients having implant retained mandibular overdenture suffering from bruxism with clinical manifestation, will be randomly divided into three groups, group 1 control group (traditional approach of removing denture at night) ,group 2 will be managed by occlusal splints whereas group 3 will be managed with botulinum toxin injection (Botox). New maxillary dentures and mandibular over dentures will be constructed for both groups. Muscle activity will be measured at time of denture insertion (T0), 3(T3) 6(T6), 9(T9) and 12(T12) month of treatment. Patients satisfaction will be evaluated at the time of denture insertion (T0), 6(T6), and 12(T12) month of treatment using TMD/ NS numeric scales 10 cm questionnaire which include: headache, face pain, face tension, limitation of mouth opening and complaints during mastication.

Inclusion Criteria:

• patients diagnosed with bruxism
• patients had mandibular implant retained overdentures within the previous 3 years
• cooperative patients
• physically and psychologically able patients to tolerate the procedure

Exclusion Criteria:

• patients taking muscle relaxants
• patients without neuromuscular control
• poor oral hygiene