Open AccessTemporomandibular joint and orthodontics –A contemporary review
Author(s) -
Shreya Mishra,
Ragni Tandon,
Ashish Chauhan,
Pratik Chandra,
Ankit Mishra
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
ip indian journal of orthodontics and dentofacial research/ip indian journal of orthodontics and dentofacial research
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2581-9356
pISSN - 2581-9364
DOI - 10.18231/j.ijodr.2021.022
Subject(s) - temporomandibular joint , condyle , medicine , orthodontics , joint (building) , treatment modality , occlusion , dentistry , surgery , engineering , architectural engineering
The Temporomandibular joint is an atypical synovial joint that is dynamic in structure. A delicate balance between the musculature, the condylar cartilage and the bony structures is maintained for harmonious functioning of the joint. Over the years the role of occlusion in temporomandibular disorders (TMD) has been extensively debated, leading to many opinions and much controversy. The changes in the joint caused in response to orthodontic therapy as well the adverse reactions caused have been studied. The present article is a review on the effects of Orthodontic appliance therapy on the joint and the present modalities opted to treat the joint disorders.