Dental anxiety as well as fear provokes physical, cognitive, emotional and behavioural responses in an individual. Because there is a lack of information in the specialised literature regarding dental anxiety and bruxism, the present study�s goal was to evaluate the degree of dental anxiety at the level of dental concerns in the case of patients with bruxism in the context of the main dental procedures. It was also aimed for highlighting the efficiency of �tell-show-do� techniques and behavioural control in dental anxiety management in patients with bruxism. The correct evaluation of the patient and identifying the source and level of anxiety will allow the dentist to choose an adequate approach towards the patients, so that their visit to the dentist may have a positive outlook. Because of the fact that in the specialized literature was suggested that nocturnal bruxism is correlated with higher psychological perceived stress levels and salivary cortisol, the aim of this study was to highlight if there are any connexions between the utilisation of occlusal splints for muscle relaxation and behavioural control techniques in the context of lowering the levels of salivary cortisol.