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[Temporomandibular joint disorders: current concepts for conservative management]
Benedikta Kamdem1, Martin Broome1, Laurence May1
1Service de chirurgie orale et maxillo-faciale, Centre hospitalier universitaire vaudois, 1011 Lausanne.
Revue Medicale Suisse
|October 6, 2022
Summary
Temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD) arises from stress on the temporomandibular joint, causing pain and limited mouth opening. This review explores evidence-based management strategies for TMD, addressing controversial therapeutic concepts.
Area of Science:
- Dental Medicine
- Orthodontics
- Rheumatology
Background:
- The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is susceptible to repetitive stress, leading to compensatory system overload.
- Overloading can result in temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD), characterized by muscular and articular damage.
- Common symptoms prompting consultation include pain, joint noises, and restricted mouth opening.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present an evidence-based management strategy for temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD).
- To analyze existing literature reviews on TMD diagnosis and treatment.
- To address the controversial nature of current therapeutic concepts in TMD management.
Main Methods:
- Literature review analysis.
- Evidence-based strategy formulation.
- Synthesis of findings from existing reviews.
Main Results:
- Diagnosis of TMD is primarily clinical.
- Therapeutic concepts for TMD remain a subject of debate.
- The review aims to consolidate evidence for a unified management approach.
Conclusions:
- An evidence-based management strategy is proposed for TMD.
- Further research may clarify controversial therapeutic options.
- Clinical diagnosis remains central to managing TMD.
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