Scientific evidence on the usefulness of intraarticular hyaluronic acid injection in the management of temporomandibular dysfunction [PDF]
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is found in high concentrations in cartilage and synovial fluid, and is an important component of the extracellular matrixes- exerting joint lubrication and buffering actions thanks to its viscoelastic properties.
Escoda Francolí, Jaume+2 more
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ABSTRACT Background Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) degenerative joint disease (DJD) involves progressive osseous changes and is commonly associated with temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Cone‐beam computed tomography (CBCT) is a valuable diagnostic tool for evaluating these changes. However, the relationship between clinical signs and symptoms, such as
Michael Wu+3 more
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Self-Reported Facial Pain in UK Biobank Study : Prevalence and Associated Factors [PDF]
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Beasley, Marcus+2 more
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ABSTRACT Objectives This study aimed to develop and evaluate an artificial intelligence (AI) model to predict long‐term treatment outcomes in temporomandibular disorder (TMD) patients using clinical data and verify the value of adding haematologic data in enhancing predictive accuracy.
Moon Jong Kim+4 more
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Temporomandibular disorder, body pain and systemic diseases: assessing their associations in adolescents [PDF]
Painful temporomandibular disorders (TMD) in children and adolescents may impact negatively the individual´s life. The presence of comorbidities associated with TMD tends to increase the persistence of pain and to facilitate its chronification ...
Guilherme Vinícius do Vale BRAIDO+4 more
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ABSTRACT Background Bruxism is a parafunctional activity characterised by teeth grinding or clenching, often associated with stress and neurophysiological factors. Its aetiology is multifactorial, with recent studies emphasising neurotransmitters and hormonal imbalances, particularly melatonin and cortisol. This study assesses masseter muscle thickness
Sema Kaya, Alaettin Koç, Zübeyir Huyut
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Probable Correlation between Temporomandibular Dysfunction and Vertigo in the Elderly
Introduction Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) covers a variety of clinical problems, and some epidemiologic studies have tried to indicate mechanisms of interaction and association between vertigo and TMD, but this topic still is controversial.
Luciana Lozza de Moraes Marchiori+7 more
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Slide in Centric on a Random Sample of Students of the School of Medicine in Split
Introduction: A slide in centric is defined as a slide from centric relation to maximum intercuspation. Understanding contact between natural teeth is important for longevity of the stomatognathic system, diagnosis and therapy planning.
Ivana Strikić Đula +2 more
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Immunohistochemical Expression of Matrix Metalloprotease-2 and Matrix Metalloprotease-9 in the Disks of Patients with Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction [PDF]
Purpose Matrix metalloproteases (MMPs) are tissue-remodeling enzymes that function during the remodeling process, such as in immune-inflammatory diseases.
Almeida, Luis Eduardo+6 more
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Effectiveness of Manual Therapy and Therapeutic Exercise for Temporomandibular Disorders: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis [PDF]
Manual therapy (MT) and exercise have been extensively used to treat people with musculoskeletal conditions such as temporomandibular disorders (TMD).
Armijo-Olivo, Susan+5 more
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