Occlusal changes secondary to temporomandibular joint conditions: a critical review and implications for clinical practice
AUTOR(ES)
CALDAS, Waleska, CONTI, Ana Cláudia de Castro Ferreira, JANSON, Guilherme, CONTI, Paulo César Rodrigues
FONTE
J. Appl. Oral Sci.
DATA DE PUBLICAÇÃO
2016-08
RESUMO
ABSTRACT The relationship between Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) and malocclusion is an extremely critical issue in dentistry. Contrary to the old concept that malocclusion causes TMD, occlusal changes, especially those observed as sudden, may be secondary and reflect joint or muscle disorders due to the obvious connection between these structures and the dental occlusion. Objectives The aim of this article is to present the most commonly occlusal changes secondary to TMD. Methods The clinical presentation of these conditions is discussed. Details regarding diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of patients presenting TMD prior or during treatment are also presented. Conclusions All plans for irreversible therapy should be preceded by a meticulous analysis of TMD signs and symptoms in such a way that patients are not submitted to irreversible treatment, based on an untrue occlusal relationship, secondary to articular and/or muscular disorders. When present, TMD symptoms must always be controlled to reestablish a “normal” occlusion and allow proper treatment strategy.
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