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Temporomandibular Joint Pain Measurement by Bite Force and Von Frey Filament Assays in Mice

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Temporomandibular joint pain and dysfunction.

Kathleen Herb¹, Sung Cho, Marlind Alan Stiles

¹Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, 909 Walnut Street, Suite 300, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA.

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Summary

Diagnosing temporomandibular disorders (TMD) pain is challenging, stemming from muscular or joint issues. This review clarifies terminology, anatomy, and pathophysiology for better evaluation and treatment of TMD.

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Area of Science:

Dentistry
Anatomy
Pathophysiology

Background:

Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) cause pain from muscular or articular issues.
Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective TMD management.
Clinicians face challenges in pinpointing the pain's origin.

Purpose of the Study:

To clarify terminology and regional anatomy related to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and masticatory muscles.
To review the pathophysiology of common TMD.
To present current trends in TMD evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and research.

Main Methods:

Literature review focusing on TMD terminology, anatomy, and pathophysiology.
Examination of diagnostic and treatment modalities for TMD.
Analysis of current research trends in the field.

Main Results:

The paper provides a comprehensive overview of TMD, differentiating between muscular and articular pain sources.
It details the regional anatomy and functional states of the TMJ and masticatory muscles.
Pathophysiology of common TMDs is reviewed, alongside current management strategies.

Conclusions:

A clear understanding of terminology and anatomy is essential for diagnosing TMD.
Effective management requires accurate diagnosis of the pain source.
The review highlights evolving trends in TMD research and clinical practice.