The effects of endocrine disruptors (EDs) are well known. Therefore, the aim of this observational study is to analyse saliva samples from volunteers who request a bruxism splint, before, during and after fitting, to find out whether they are assimilated by the body, answering the following questions: * Do Michigan-type splints release endocrine disruptors or substances of particular concern? * In what concentration are they present in saliva? Participants will be asked to take saliva samples at different times over a period of 6 months. This will also be accompanied by the relevant clinical and oral history. A previous in vitro study is required, which is complemented by an in vivo study. The methodology is new in dentistry: super solvents which, combined with liquid chromatography coupled to a mass spectrometer (LC-HRMS), allows a wider range of substances to be detected, in a more ecological and simpler way, as they are not organic solvents derived from petroleum. The splint is chosen because it is an everyday treatment, which is increasingly in demand, especially after the pandemic. It is subdivided into two types, depending on the method of manufacture: injected and printed (more ecofriendly).
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Identification of endocrine disruptors (EDs) or substances of concern of very high concern (SVHC)in saliva released by Michigan type occlusal splints before, during and after their application.
Timeframe: 6 months
Quantification of endocrine disruptors or substances of very high concern (SVHC) in saliva released from Michigan type occlusal splints before, during and after application.
Timeframe: 6 months