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    Presence of bruxism in students of the sixth and seventh cycle of the dentistry career of the Norbert Wiener Private University, in times of the Covid-19 pandemic. period 2020-II
    (Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener, 2021-10-04) Suarez Mendoza, Silvana; Guillén Galarza, Carlos Enrique
    Bruxism is an involuntary parafunctional habit characterized by unconscious oscillating mandibular muscle activity, which can lead to anatomical changes, disrupting morphofunctional harmony and adequate orthofunction of the stomatognathic system. It is recognized as a significant public health issue. Over time, this disorder has remained relevant, adapting to modern approaches and trends. During the current global health emergency caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, an increase in psychoemotional disorders has been observed, which are considered contributing factors to bruxism. Objective: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of bruxism among 212 sixth- and seventh-semester dentistry students at Universidad Privada Norbert Wiener (UPNW) during the COVID-19 pandemic in the 2020-II semester, analyzing variables such as age, sex, marital status, parenthood, employment, dental damage, muscular disorders, and joint disorders. Methods: This was an observational, descriptive, cross-sectional, and prospective study. The measurement instrument used was the Clinical Screening Self-Report Test, structured into four items. The first item included 11 questions, while the remaining three consisted of five statements each, addressing specific alterations in the stomatognathic system. Participants provided dichotomous answers ("Yes" or "No"). Results: Of the studied sample, 84 students (39.6%) were found to have bruxism, with a higher prevalence in females (24.5%). The age group with the most cases was 25–31 years. Conclusion: A portion of UPNW dentistry students was identified with bruxism during the current pandemic, representing less than 50% of the studied sample.