Prevalence of temporomandibular disorders among psychoactive substances abusers: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

Introduction The COVID‐19 pandemic has had a significant impact on substance abuse patterns in recent times. Many people have experienced increased stress, anxiety, and social isolation, which has led to higher rates of substance abuse and addiction. It impacts on the orofacial region, particularly...

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Published in:Journal of oral rehabilitation 2023-09, Vol.50 (9), p.894-901
Main Authors: Aldosari, Lujain Ibrahim N., Hassan, Saeed Awod Bin, Alshahrani, Ahid Amer, Alshadidi, Abdulkhaliq Ali F., Ronsivalle, Vincenzo, Marrapodi, Maria Maddalena, Cicciù, Marco, Minervini, Giuseppe
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Language:English
Subjects:
Addictions
bruxism
cocaine
COVID-19
COVID-19 - epidemiology
Drug abuse
Humans
masticatory
Meta-analysis
musculoskeletal
Narcotics
Pandemics
Prevalence
Psychotropic drugs
Rehabilitation
Social interactions
substance abuse
Temporomandibular Joint
Temporomandibular joint disorders
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders - epidemiology
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Summary:Introduction The COVID‐19 pandemic has had a significant impact on substance abuse patterns in recent times. Many people have experienced increased stress, anxiety, and social isolation, which has led to higher rates of substance abuse and addiction. It impacts on the orofacial region, particularly temporomandibular joint (TMJ). This review was undertaken to assess the association between substance abuse and temporomandibular disorders. (TMDs). Materials and Methods The databases of PubMed, Google Scholar, Web of Science and Cochrane were searched for articles based of set PECO criteria. A comprehensive search using keywords of “Psychoactive substances”, “Illegal substances”, “substance abuse”, “narcotics”, “temporomandibular joint” and “temporomandibular joint disorders” yielded a total of 1405 articles. Modified Newcastle‐Ottawa Scale for observational studies assessed the risk of bias of included studies. Results Two studies were reviewed. Samples recruited were either from rehabilitation centres or prisoners and fell in the second to fourth decade. A definite association was noted between psychoactive substance and TMDs. Moderate to low risk of bias was noted in all the studies evaluated. Conclusion Further research is needed to better understand the nature of this relationship and the underlying mechanisms involved. It is important for healthcare providers to be aware of this potential association and to screen for substance abuse in patients with TMD symptoms.
ISSN:0305-182X
1365-2842
DOI:10.1111/joor.13513