CHAIN1 : Dental Wear and Musculoskeletal Disorders - Association?

Last updated: August 19, 2019
Sponsor: University of Liege
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

Arthritis And Arthritic Pain

Musculoskeletal Diseases

Essential Tremor

Treatment

N/A

Clinical Study ID

NCT04059432
CH001
  • Ages 18-80
  • All Genders
  • Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Study Summary

This study aims to explore the relationships between tooth wear (TW) and musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). The null hypothesis is that TW is not associated to MSDs. It also explores the influence of bruxism signs, life habits and stress on TW and MSDs.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Between 18 and 80 years old

  • Have the mental abilities to participate in study

  • Understand the language of the survey (French)

  • Sign free and informed consent

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Consult for a painful dental emergency

  • Do not have at least 8 teeth per maxilla, with natural dental tissues in contact withthe antagonistic teeth

  • Being in the process of an orthodontic treatment

  • Wear of a bimaxillary orthognathic nightguard

Study Design

Total Participants: 385
Study Start date:
March 01, 2019
Estimated Completion Date:
October 30, 2019

Study Description

This study is based on questionnaires and clinical examination performed by a dentist.

Connect with a study center

  • Institute of Dentistry University of Liege

    Liege, Choose A State 4020
    Belgium

    Active - Recruiting

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