Relationship between temporomandibular joint dysfunctions and psychosomatic factors

Objective: To evaluate the prevalence of TMD signals and symptoms and psychosomatic factors in dental students of different semesters from public and private institutions located in Fortaleza, CE, Brazil. Methods: This is a quantitative, observational and cross-sectional study by convenience, carried out with students enrolled in the first, fifth and tenth semesters. Data were collected using the Fonseca Anamnesia Index (FAI), Depression Stress and Anxiety Scale (DASS 21) and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). Results: The sample was composed of 114 students, it was observed that most students presented mild signs and symptoms of TMD (48.2%) when compared to moderate (17.5%) and severe (7.9%). Students who reported stress were also more anxious, depressed and had poor sleep quality. Conclusion: The population investigated is subject to important risk factors for the development and/or progression of TMJ dysfunction and psychosomatic factors