BOTULINUM TOXIN IN THE MANAGEMENT OF BRUXISM: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW

Joanna Węgrzecka; Klaudia Bilińska; Tytus Tyralik; Maciej Karwat; Paulina Gajniak; Aleksandra Winsyk; Kinga Knutelska; Natalia Kulicka; Monika Czekalska; Patrycja Jędrzejewska- Rzezak

doi:10.31435/ijitss.3(47).2025.3587

Joanna Węgrzecka Fedmed, Widna 45, 06-400 Ciechanów, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0007-5714-3431
Klaudia Bilińska District Railway Hospital in Katowice, Panewicka 65, 40-760 Katowice, Poland
Tytus Tyralik Stefan Żeromski Specialist Hospital- Independent Public Healthcare Institution in Kraków, Osiedle na Skarpie 66, 31-913 Kraków, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0001-7370-4610
Maciej Karwat Independent Public Health Care Center of the Ministry of the Interior and Administration in Kraków, Kronikarza Galla 25, 30-053 Kraków, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0007-5917-977X
Paulina Gajniak Poznań University of Medical Sciences, Fredry 10, 61-701 Poznań, Poland https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0402-6737
Aleksandra Winsyk Unisersity Clinical Hospital No. 4 in Lublin, Jaczewskiego 8, 20-964 Lublin, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0003-9780-3829
Kinga Knutelska The University Hospital i Croacow, Jakubowskiego 2, 30-688 Kraków, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0003-0795-0228
Natalia Kulicka Lower Silesian Specialist Hospital, Kamieńskiego 73a, 51-124 Wrocław, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0002-9321-1693
Monika Czekalska Norbert Barlicki Memorial Teaching Hospital No. 1 of the Medical University of Lodz, Kopcińskiego 22, 90- 153 Łódź, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0004-7091-5369
Patrycja Jędrzejewska- Rzezak The John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin, al. Racłwickie 14, 20-950 Lublin, Poland https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2144-5810

DOI: https://doi.org/10.31435/ijitss.3(47).2025.3587

Keywords: Bruxism, BTX, Botulinum Toxin, Dentistry

Abstract

Bruxism, characterized by involuntary grinding or clenching of the teeth, can lead to significant dental, muscular, and psychosocial consequences. Traditional management strategies, including occlusal splints and behavioral therapies, often show variable efficacy. Recently, botulinum toxin (BTX) has emerged as a promising alternative for controlling masticatory muscle hyperactivity. This review examines current evidence on the mechanisms, clinical efficacy, safety, and protocols associated with botulinum toxin use in bruxism treatment. The findings suggest that botulinum toxin offers a minimally invasive, effective, and safe approach, particularly in cases refractory to conventional therapies. Nonetheless, standardization of treatment protocols and long-term safety data remain areas for further research.

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BOTULINUM TOXIN IN THE MANAGEMENT OF BRUXISM: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW

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