Parafunctional Habits in Adults

Parafunctional habits have long been ignored or looked past in maintenance of oral hygiene. Parafunctional oral habits in adults usually are a continued behaviour attribute either from childhood through adolescence or could be a manifestation of a central nervous mediated disorder. These habits usually lead to loss of tooth structure, increased susceptibility to caries, tooth mobility and finally leading to partial or total loss of teeth. Early detection and management, to control and prevent of these habits are of utmost importance to prevent deterioration and degradation of oral health status. This book offers a detailed overview of the nature of the habits, the causes, the possible pathophysiology, clinical features, treatment and finally management of such habits in adults.