Environmental noise pollution and its association with temporomandibular joint disorders, malocclusion, and bruxism: A Comparative cross-sectional study of adults in high-traffic and low- traffic areas
Background Chronic environmental noise exposure is a recognized public health concern linked to stress-mediated physiological responses, yet its specific impact on temporomandibular disorders (TMD), bruxism, and malocclusion remains poorly investigated. Objectives To compare the prevalence of TMD, malocclusion, and bru...