Temporomandibular disorder patients with excessive daytime sleepiness present greater pain intensity and reduced jaw function
Xin Xiong,
Chu‐Qiao Xiao,
Yi‐Chun Yang
et al.
Abstract:BackgroundSleep disorders are associated with temporomandibular disorders (TMDs). Limited studies have focused on excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) and its impact on jaw functions in TMD patients.ObjectiveThe aim of the present investigation was to identify the impact of EDS on pain and jaw function in TMD patients.MethodsA total of 338 TMD patients (50 males and 288 females) was included. The Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) was used to classify patients into EDS group (score ≥ 10) and non‐EDS group (score <… Show more
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