Open AccessDigital Evaluation of Functional Occlusion Parameters and their Association with Temporomandibular Disorders
Author(s) -
Satheesh B Haralur
Publication year - 2013
Publication title -
journal of clinical and diagnostic research
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2249-782X
pISSN - 0973-709X
DOI - 10.7860/jcdr/2013/5602.3307
Subject(s) - occlusion , vertical dimension of occlusion , medicine , etiology , dentistry , orthodontics , malocclusion , significant difference , temporomandibular disorder , temporomandibular joint , research diagnostic criteria , dexamethasone
Dental researchers are contradictory in their opinion on the role of occlusion in TMD. Occlusal evaluation of both conventional and digital methods in TMD patients will provide the accurate information about the factors accountable for occlusal instability. Identifying the factors responsible will facilitate precise diagnosis and treatment for TMD.