The management of patients with a collapsed bite presents both diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, particularly when vertical dimension of occlusion (VDO) must be reestablished.
Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are a group of musculoskeletal conditions (MSK) primarily affecting the jaw muscles, and the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). These disorders are increasingly prevalent, with a rising number of patients seeking treatment for associated pain and dysfunction. They affect approximately 1 in 12 adults and are now the second most commonly occurring musculoskeletal condition … Read more
The Urbanek TMJ Device and Protocol announced the official launch of its commercial operations in North America, offering dentists a new way to treat the 10+ million TMD/TMJ sufferers in the United States. “After more than 4,000 cases treated with a 95% success rate, we’re excited to finally offer this solution nationwide to treat the … Read more
Abstract This case report presents a novel intramuscular injection directed at the lateral pterygoid muscles as a potential treatment for Tinnitus in a TMD-related pain patient. The authors present a clinical case of a chronic TMD-related pain patient with chief complaints of jaw pain and tinnitus. The patient presented with additional symptoms, including ear pain, … Read more
Abstract Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) are a broad term for pain and/or dysfunction in the masticatory musculature, temporomandibular joint (TMJ), and associated structures. Limitations in jaw mobility sound arising from the TMJ and orofacial pain are common reasons patients may seek dental care. While symptoms of TMD may be common, the pathophysiology of this condition is … Read more
A recent study from Indiana University School of Dentistry and Regenstrief Institute presents and validates a new brief screening tool to measure patient-reported symptoms of Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD). The TMD-7 is the most recent screening tool co-developed by Regenstrief Institute Research Scientist Kurt Kroenke, M.D. In addition to the new TMD-7 screener, which will help … Read more
This article is dedicated to Dr. Mervyn Gornitsky, a dear supervisor, mentor, and a friend who has served the dental community since 1953. I have had the pleasure of working with Dr. Gornitsky since 2015. Dr. Gornitsky served as JGH Chief of Dentistry from 1971 to 1998 and was given the title of Emeritus Chief … Read more
Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is the most common cause of orofacial pain, affecting 8-12 per cent of Canadians, and yet we know far too little about it. A new study from the Faculty of Dentistry seeks to fully assess the biological underpinnings of this disorder. The Canadian Institutes of Health Research have awarded a research team … Read more
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons and, indeed, all of the dental profession have been living with the COVID-19 pandemic for over sixteen months. The first few months were particularly difficult. Oral and maxillofacial surgical care, and dental care in general, was limited to emergency management only. Despite lockdown and severe restrictions, the ethical commitment in our … Read more
Introduction The single most controversial topic in dentistry is temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Because of the associated controversy and confusion most dentists are not prepared to deal with these patients when they appear in their practice. Proper diagnosis is the key. The goal of this article is to prepare you simply and succinctly to make straightforward … Read more
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