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Jonathan Lomas1, Taylan Gurgenci2, Christopher Jackson3
1BSc, MBBS, Principle House Officer, Department Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, Toowoomba Hospital, Qld. Jonathan.lomas@health.qld.gov.au.
Background:
Orofacial pain is a common presentation in the primary healthcare setting and temporomandibular dysfunction represents one of the major causes. Its aetiology is multifactorial, caused by both masticatory muscle dysfunction and derangement within the temporomandibular joint.
Objective:
The aim of this article is to provide an overview of temporomandibular dysfunction, its management and referral considerations for general practioners.
Discussion:
Temporomandibular joint dysfunction affects a large number of adults. Conservative management involving non-pharmacological and pharmacological therapies is effective in the majority of cases.
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