Antonia-Theodora Vrabie, Yllka Decolli, Georgiana-Andreea Frumuzache, Alice-Tedora Rotaru-Costin, Tinela Panaite
ABSTRACT
Background: Dental caries and bruxism are common conditions of the stomatognathic system, with different etiopathogenic mechanisms, but with the potential to interact at the level of dental structures. Objectives: The aim of this narrative review is to analyze current data from the literature regarding the interaction between carious lesions and bruxism, highlighting the involved mechanisms and clinical implications. Materials and Methods: A narrative literature analysis was performed by consulting the PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases, using relevant keywords. Studies published in the last 10 years were included, such as experimental studies, clinical studies, and review articles. Results: The data suggest a synergistic effect between dental demineralization and parafunctional mechanical loads. Caries-affected tissues become more susceptible to mechanical stress, while bruxism may favor lesion progression and compromise dental restorations. Conclusions: The interaction between dental caries and bruxism requires an integrated clinical approach. Further studies are needed to clarify the relationship between the two conditions and to optimize therapeutic strategies.
DOI : 10.62610/RJOR.2025.1.18.7
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