Human mandibular shape is associated with masticatory muscle force [PDF]
Understanding how and to what extent forces applied to the mandible by the masticatory muscles influence its form, is of considerable importance from clinical, anthropological and evolutionary perspectives. This study investigates these questions.
A Bresin +51 more
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Quantifying Bite Forces for Solid Foods: Implications for Patients Postmandibular Reconstruction
ABSTRACT Background Bite forces required to masticate different food consistencies remain unknown, complicating dietary guidelines following mandibular reconstruction. This study quantifies the forces required for solid foods and estimates safe bite limits postreconstruction.
Jacob J. Clark +9 more
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A Hemispherical Contact Model for Simplifying 3D Occlusal Surfaces [PDF]
Statement of problem Currently, dental articulators can recreate mandibular movements and occlusal contacts. However, whether virtual articulators can also provide information about occluding dental surfaces, functional movements, and the mandibular ...
Carranza-Cañadas, Pilar +4 more
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ABSTRACT The southern alligator lizard (Elgaria multicarinata) exhibits prolonged mate‐holding behavior. This behavior maybe be underpinned by a phenomenon known as sustained force, observed in the jaw muscles of this species, in which the muscle fails to relax between subsequent contractions.
Allyn Nguyen +3 more
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Functional Effects of BoNT-A Application in Masseter Muscle in Patients with Symptoms of Bruxism
Bruxism, defined as a repetitive jaw-muscle activity characterized by clenching or grinding of teeth and/or by bracing or thrusting of the mandible, is a prevalent behavior affecting up to 22% of adults worldwide. While traditionally viewed as a disorder,
Krystian Matusz +7 more
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This article reviews recently published studies investigating the MRI and sonographic diagnosis of masticatory muscle myalgia in temporomandibular disorder patients.
Yoshiko Ariji, DDS, PhD, Eiichiro Ariji
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A chewing robot based on parallel mechanism-- analysis and design : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Engineering in Mechatronics at Massey University [PDF]
Masticatory efficiency, dependent on number and condition of the teeth, length of time spent in chewing a bolus and the force exerted when chewing, influences an individual with the selection of food and therefore nutritionally diet.
Pap, József-Sebastian
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Electromyographic biofeedback training for reducing muscle pain and tension on masseter and temporal muscles: A pilot study [PDF]
Due to the absence of agreement about an effective unified treatment for temporomandibular disorders, non-invasive therapies such as EMG-biofeedback generate a greater interest.
Albaladejo Martínez, Alberto +5 more
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ABSTRACT Objectives To investigate the effects of swallowing instructional methods and content on instructional compliance among patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). Methods Overall, 59 of the 317 patients with PD who underwent a videofluoroscopic examination of swallowing (VF) and completed the Japanese version of the Dysphagia Handicap Index (DHI ...
Keigo Nakayama +6 more
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Functional implications of minor mandibular asymmetry: clinical and digital research on a sample of healthy patients [PDF]
OBJECTIVE.The aim of the study is to evaluate the influence that the mandibular asymmetry could have towards the other components of the Stomathognatic system and to further related structures from a functional point of view. MATERIALS and METHODS.
Di Paolo, C. +4 more
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