Associação entre bruxismo, qualidade de sono e presença de desgastes dentais em policiais militares do Batalhão de Rondas Ostensivas de Natureza Especial (RONE) no município de Curitiba/PR

Abstract

Bruxism is a clinical phenomenon of great relevance, considered one of the most harmful parafunctions of the stomatognathic system, especially because it causes dental damage. The sample of this study consisted of 76 male police officers, members of the RONE - Curitiba/PR, with the aim of investigating possible correlations between bruxism, stress and sleep quality. The data collected was organized and presented in tables and graphs, which facilitated the analysis and interpretation of the associations observed. The results of the clinical examination revealed that 60 (79%) of the participants showed some degree of tooth wear, while 21% showed no signs of wear, highlighting the relevance of bruxism among the police officers analyzed. This situation seems to be intensified by the demands and peculiarities of the profession, which suggests that stress in the work environment may play a fundamental role in the development and worsening of bruxism. Based on these findings, it is possible to conclude that the approach to managing bruxism should be comprehensive, including strategies to reduce stress, psychological support, adjustments to the workload and the creation of a healthier professional environment. There is also a need for more research on the subject, especially in the context of RONE police officers, whose high-pressure routine and strenuous working hours may be closely related to the development of bruxism. The results found indicate the importance of delving deeper into this field of study in order to provide more effective and targeted interventions for this population.