Google searches for bruxism, teeth grinding, and teeth clenching during the COVID-19 pandemic

ConclusionThe study showed that the relative search volume for bruxism, teeth grinding, and teeth clenching, as an indication of public interest and demand, was increased both worldwide and in the United States during the May –October 2020 period compared to similar periods of the previous 4 years. Dentists should address this increased public interest and demand for information seeking for bruxism. Follow-up studies monitoring long-term interest as a real-time surveillance and evaluating whether increased internet s earches are linked to an actual increase or worsening of bruxism and its symptoms in the clinic are required.
Source: Journal of Orofacial Orthopedics/Fortschritte der Kieferorthopadie - Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research