The influence of COVID-19 on temporo-mandibular disorders
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.COVID-19 infection significantly increased average and highest facial pain levels in individuals with temporomandibular disorders (TMD). However, the infection did not significantly alter daily activity interference or chronic pain status in these patients.
Area Of Science
- Oral and Maxillofacial Medicine
- Pain Research
- Infectious Disease Epidemiology
Background
- Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) are complex conditions influenced by psychological, biomechanical, and neuromuscular factors.
- Pandemic-related stress and anxiety can exacerbate TMD and orofacial pain.
- The direct impact of coronavirus infection on TMD requires investigation.
Purpose Of The Study
- To determine if COVID-19 infection directly influences temporomandibular disorders and orofacial pain.
- To compare pain levels and functional interference before and after COVID-19 infection in TMD patients.
Main Methods
- 150 participants were divided into healthy (Group I) and pre-existing TMD complaints (Group II).
- Group II completed TMD Symptom Questionnaire and Graded Chronic Pain Scale before (T1) and after (T2) COVID-19 infection.
- Pain Screener and Patients Health Questionnaire were used for all participants.
Main Results
- A significant increase in average pain (p=0.022) and highest facial pain (p=0.043) was observed in Group II from T1 to T2.
- No statistically significant differences were found in the interference with daily activities, recreational activities, or ability to work.
- Chronic pain status remained Grade I for T1 and T2, and stress levels did not differ significantly between groups.
Conclusions
- COVID-19 infection can directly aggravate existing temporomandibular disorders, specifically increasing pain intensity.
- While pain levels rise, the functional impact on daily life and work may not significantly change immediately post-infection.
- Further research is needed to understand the long-term effects of COVID-19 on TMD and orofacial pain.
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