"Salivary Melatonin and Cortisol Levels in Individuals with Bruxism"

The Investigation of Melatonin and Cortisol Levels in the Saliva of Individuals with Bruxism

The effects of the hormones melatonin and cortisol, which play a highly effective role in regulating the sleep-wake cycle, on teeth grinding will be scientifically evaluated. Based on the research results, more effective methods for treating patients suffering from bruxism may be identified.

Inclusion Criteria:

- Individuals without any known hormonal diseases, not using antidepressants or medications that could alter saliva content, without degenerative diseases affecting the salivary glands, without cysts or tumors affecting the temporomandibular region, and not undergoing insomnia treatment will be included in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

• Individuals with systemic diseases that affect or may potentially affect saliva content, or those using medications that cause these effects, will not be included in the study