Dental Research Journal, 2011 Background: Temporomandibular joint is one of the most complicated joints of the body and plays an important role in the head and neck system. One of the factors affecting the temporomandibular joint and lead to temporomandibular disorder is anxiety with
Ahmad Mottaghi +3 more
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Fibromyalgia: A Unifying Neuroendocrinologic Model for Understanding Its Pathophysiology [PDF]
, 2008 Fibromyalgia is believed to affect at least 2% of the population. Despite advances in the scientific understanding of the derangements of central and peripheral pain processing mechanisms in fibromyalgia, no current models of its pathophysiology account ...
Peter Dorsher
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Comparative cone-beam computed tomography evaluation of the osseous morphology of the temporomandibular joint in temporomandibular dysfunction patients and asymptomatic individuals [PDF]
, 2018 We examined the bone components of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) in asymptomatic individuals and patients with temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD) using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT).
Akgul, Hayati Murat, Yasa, Yasin
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Revista DorBACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Temporomandibular disorders are considered the primary cause of chronic orofacial pain. Many patients consider self-medication a fast and adequate means to solve the pain problem and do not look for professional assistance.
Isabela Maddalena Dias +3 more
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Interleukin-6 Expression in Disc Derangement of Human Temporomandibular Joint and Association with Osteoarthrosis [PDF]
, 2017 The inflammatory process is a coordinated response that protects host after infection or trauma, involving several molecular reactions. Once the inflammation is closely linked to the process of destruction of the temporomandibular joint, this study aims ...
Almeida, Luis Eduardo +8 more
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Intra- and Extra-articular Features of Temporomandibular Joint Ankylosis in the Cat (Felis catus). [PDF]
, 2020 Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) ankylosis is an uncommon clinical entity in human and veterinary medicine. However, the condition is severely debilitating and is life-limiting if not treated. This study sought to characterize the intra- and extra-articular
Arzi, B +5 more
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Potential Hazards of Orthodontic Treatment – What Your Patient Should Know [PDF]
, 2002 Orthodontic treatment carries with it the risks of tissue damage, treatment failure and an increased predisposition to dental disorders. The dentist must be aware of these risks in order to help the patient make a fully informed choice whether to ...
Benson, P.E., Ellis, P.E.
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Functional implications of minor mandibular asymmetry: clinical and digital research on a sample of healthy patients [PDF]
, 2009 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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Is quality of life affected by temporomandibular disorders?
Einstein (São Paulo)Objective To determine the impact of temporomandibular disorders in quality of life. Methods A total of 102 volunteer patients (68 female) aged 19 to 86 years, who sought medical care in health clinics of the university and were evaluated in the ...
Débora de Melo Trize +4 more
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Journal of Nepal Health Research Council, 2019 Background: Temporo-mandibular disorders is a collective term used to describe problems involving muscles of mastication and temporomandibular joint.
Rajib Chaulagain, Anjana Maharjan
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