CompletedNot Applicable

Enterobius Vermicularis and Bruxism in Children

Turkey (Türkiye)26 participantsStarted 2017-03-15

Plain-language summary

Background. Bruxism is an involuntary, non-functional activity of the masticatory system, and is frequently seen in childhood. Bruxism has many aetiologies, like malocclusion, psychological factors, allergies and gastrointestinal disorders. Aim. To investigate the relationship between Enterobius vermicularis infection and bruxism in children.

Who can participate

Age range

3 Years – 10 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Teeth-grinding at least once a week in the last 3 months before recruitment according to the criteria established by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) * Angle class I occlusion * Mesial step occlusion according to flush terminal plane. Exclusion Criteria: * Treated with anti-helminthic drugs in the last 2 months before recruitment * Drugs used that could affect the central nervous system and prevent sleep (sedatives, anti-depressants, neuroleptics, anti-muscarinics, selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors) * Sleep disorders (snoring, insomnia, obstructive sleep apnoea, restless leg syndrome, sleep-related epilepsy) * Psychiatric or neurological disorders * Upper respiratory system obstruction (last 15 days), * Any systemic disease; * Teeth erosion due to internal (reflux) or external (acidic drinks) factors * Dermatological problems, associated with the use of BiteStrip (Up2dent, Inc., Pulheim, Germany); * Unsuitable skin structure; * Previously diagnosed and treated for bruxism; * Angle class II or class III occlusion

Questions worth asking your doctor

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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Questions for the trial coordinator

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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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What they're measuring

Survey

Timeframe: 24.03.2017-20.05.2018

Trial details

NCT IDNCT03833505

SponsorAydin Adnan Menderes University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2018-05-20

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