TMJ Disorders Vs Orthodontic Treatment A Research Study

Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2017, Vol 16, Issue 5

Abstract

The aim of the study is to evaluate the prevalence of TMJ disorders among the group of individuals who are undergoing orthodontic treatment. The sample comprised 100 individuals (59 males and 41 females) are divided into groups according to malocclusion (class I and II). An anamnestic questionnaire, comprising questions regarding the most frequent symptoms of TMJ disorders, was used to classify the samples according to the TMD (TMJ disorders) presence and severity. A clinical examination, including TMJ and muscle palpation and joint noise analysis was performed.

Authors and Affiliations

BL. Abiraamasri, Dr. Saravanapandian

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  • EP ID EP597455
  • DOI 10.9790/0853-1605063133.
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BL. Abiraamasri, Dr. Saravanapandian (2017). TMJ Disorders Vs Orthodontic Treatment A Research Study. IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS), 16(5), 31-33. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-597455