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Systematic Assessment of Mammalian Skull Specimens for Dental and Temporomandibular Joint Pathology

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[Craniomandibular dysfunction and malocclusions].

Farid Bourzgui¹, Mourad Sebbar, Saida Fassi Fehri

¹Professeur agrégé, rue Abou Al Alaâ zahar (ex Vésal), B.P. 9157 Mers Sultan, Casablanca, Maroc. faridbourzgui@gmail.com <faridbourzgui@gmail.com>

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Summary

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This study found no link between dental occlusion issues and craniomandibular dysfunctions (CMD) in Moroccan dental students. Further research is needed to explore potential connections in different populations.

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Area of Science:

Dentistry
Orthodontics
Craniomandibular dysfunction

Context:

Craniomandibular dysfunctions (CMD) are often linked to occlusal factors in scientific literature.
This study examined dental students at the Casablanca Faculty of Dental Medicine, Morocco.

Purpose:

To investigate the relationship between functional and morphological dental occlusion features and CMDs.
To determine if malocclusions are associated with CMDs in a student population.

Summary:

A sample of 142 dental students (aged 18-30) underwent clinical examination and orofacial function assessment.
The Khi2 statistical test was employed to analyze data.
No significant association was found between craniomandibular dysfunctions and specific malocclusions within this cohort.

Impact:

Highlights the need for further investigation into the etiology of CMDs.
Suggests that occlusal factors may not be universally linked to CMDs across all populations.
Informs future research directions on craniomandibular health and dental occlusion.