Profile

Dr Pessia Friedman-Rubin DMD

Dr. Pessia Friedman-Rubin is a graduate of Tel Aviv University School of Dentistry. She holds a senior staff position in facial and jaw pain, coordinates the “Physiology of Occlusion” field, and consults at the facial pain clinic. Dr. Friedman-Rubin teaches about functional disorders in the chewing system and serves as the deputy coordinator of the masticatory system unit for oral rehabilitation. Her extensive publications cover functional disorders, dental sleep medicine, and teeth grinding. She also holds the Regent position at the International College of Dentists (District 9, Europe). Additionally, Dr. Friedman-Rubin manages facial and jaw pain and dental sleep medicine at “Clalit Smile,” the largest national teeth treatments provider, as well as in a private clinic.

Course Date

Thursday December 12th 2024 at 7.30pm

Venue ONLINE

Course Overview

Discover the evolving concept of bruxism: Is there a connection between stress, global events (like COVID-19), and bruxism? Could bruxism serve as a warning sign or even have advantages? We will delve into diagnosing bruxism during wakefulness and sleep and identifying cases that require treatment. As dental professionals, which cases warrant referral to specialists? Explore new tools and diagnostics in this dynamic field!

Educational Aims and Objectives

• Updated definition of bruxism.
• Highlight the connection between stress, global events (such as COVID-19), and bruxism.
• Investigate potential advantages or normalcy of bruxism as a muscular activity.
• Provide guidelines for diagnosing bruxism during wakefulness and sleep.
• Clarify when treatment is necessary and when referral to other specialists is appropriate.

Learning Outcomes

• Over the last decade, our understanding of bruxism has transformed significantly.
• The focus has shifted from merely treating tooth wear to considering bruxism as a multifaceted phenomenon.
• New diagnostic tools and criteria allow us to differentiate between pathological cases requiring intervention and normal, adaptive muscle activity.
• Treatment approaches have adapted accordingly, emphasizing patient education, stress management, and personalized care.

GDC development outcome

C