Influence of TMJ health on mandibular motion and the restorative position: A case series
Originally at sciencedirect.com
Summary & scoring by The Bell Brief (Dr. Jennifer Bell) using the Drill-Down Protocol (Drill-Down Score) — not the original publisher.
Why it matters for dental
Prosthodontists and restorative dentists may need to verify TMJ status before finalizing mandibular position, as this case series shows that TMJ pathology can alter recorded centric relation and affect occlusal outcomes.
Key points
- Three patients with diagnosed TMJ disorders demonstrated measurable shifts in centric-relation records after splint therapy or physical therapy.
- Restorative plans required re-recording of maxillo-mandibular relations once TMJ symptoms resolved, changing final crown or implant positions.
- Authors recommend screening for TMJ tenderness, clicking, or limited opening before irreversible restorative procedures.
- No quantitative prevalence data provided; findings are limited to the three-case sample published in J Prosthet Dent.
Who should care
Read the original on Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry (JPD)
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