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Response to letter to the editor regarding, “a prospective single-arm study of salivary

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Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry (JPD) · Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry (JPD)

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Why it matters for dental

Prosthodontists and TMD-focused practices should note that computer-guided occlusal adjustment is linked to measurable reductions in salivary cortisol in muscular TMD patients, suggesting a potential physiologic benefit beyond symptom relief.

Key points

  • Letter critiques the methodology and interpretation of a 2026 single-arm prospective study on salivary cortisol changes post-occlusal adjustment in muscular TMD patients.
  • Authors include recognized experts in TMD, orofacial pain, and biomechanics from multiple academic centers.
  • Publication in The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry (Sept 2026) signals peer-reviewed debate on the physiological impact of computer-guided occlusal therapy.
  • Clinicians treating TMD may need to weigh emerging evidence on biochemical markers when discussing expected benefits and limitations of occlusal adjustment with patients.

Who should care

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