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View article: Controlled Mandibular Repositioning: A Novel Approach for Treatment of TMDs
Controlled Mandibular Repositioning: A Novel Approach for Treatment of TMDs Open
Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs), particularly disc displacement with reduction (DDwR), are prevalent musculoskeletal conditions characterized by symptoms such as joint clicking, pain, and sometimes limited jaw movements. Accurate …
View article: Facial Bone Defects Associated with Lateral Facial Clefts Tessier Type 6, 7 and 8 in Syndromic Neurocristopathies: A Detailed Micro-CT Analysis on Historical Museum Specimens
Facial Bone Defects Associated with Lateral Facial Clefts Tessier Type 6, 7 and 8 in Syndromic Neurocristopathies: A Detailed Micro-CT Analysis on Historical Museum Specimens Open
Lateral facial clefts are rare and often part of more complex syndromic neurocristopathies. According to Tessier’s classification, they correspond to facial cleft numbers 6, 7 and 8. Using micro-computer tomography (micro-CT), we analyzed …
View article: A comparative study of digital and conventional occlusal indicators: accuracy and reliability of the T-Scan Novus, wax occlusogram, and articulating silk in clinical application
A comparative study of digital and conventional occlusal indicators: accuracy and reliability of the T-Scan Novus, wax occlusogram, and articulating silk in clinical application Open
Articulating silk and wax occlusogram, register a summation of contacts including premature contacts enabling a more comprehensive occlusal diagnosis. In contrast, the T-Scan may be preferred when the identification of force distribution i…
View article: Clinical and MRI-Based Assessment of Patients with Temporomandibular Disorders Treated by Controlled Mandibular Repositioning
Clinical and MRI-Based Assessment of Patients with Temporomandibular Disorders Treated by Controlled Mandibular Repositioning Open
Background: Occlusal splints and anterior repositioning splints (ARSs) are widely accepted treatments for temporomandibular disorders (TMDs). However, there is uncertainty with regard to the most suitable amount of mandibular repositioning…
View article: The effect of bolus properties on muscle activation patterns and TMJ loading during unilateral chewing
The effect of bolus properties on muscle activation patterns and TMJ loading during unilateral chewing Open
Mastication is a vital human function and uses an intricate coordination of muscle activation to break down food. Collection of detailed muscle activation patterns is complex and commonly only masseter and anterior temporalis muscle activa…
View article: Initial therapeutic approaches for orofacial myofascial pain: three pilot studies
Initial therapeutic approaches for orofacial myofascial pain: three pilot studies Open
The Aqualizer®, physiotherapy, and oral acupuncture are effective initial pain therapies. Among all, physiotherapy provided the greatest benefits, followed by the Aqualizer®.
View article: The effect of bolus properties on muscle activation patterns and TMJ loading during unilateral chewing
The effect of bolus properties on muscle activation patterns and TMJ loading during unilateral chewing Open
Mastication is a vital human function and uses an intricate coordination of muscle activation to break down food. Collection of detailed muscle activation patterns is complex and commonly only masseter and anterior temporalis muscle activa…
View article: Wear Management of Colored Foils for the Assessment of Sleep Bruxism Patterns—A Prospective, Randomized Crossover Study
Wear Management of Colored Foils for the Assessment of Sleep Bruxism Patterns—A Prospective, Randomized Crossover Study Open
The assessment of bruxism relies on clinical examinations, questionnaires, and polysomnography. The additional use of colored foils (BruxChecker®) could enable a more precise evaluation of bruxing patterns. To assess differences between us…
View article: The effect of tooth cusp morphology and grinding direction on TMJ loading during bruxism
The effect of tooth cusp morphology and grinding direction on TMJ loading during bruxism Open
Increased mechanical loading of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is often connected with the onset and progression of temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD). The potential role of occlusal factors and sleep bruxism in the onset of TMD ar…
View article: An in silico investigation of the effect of bolus properties on TMJ loading during mastication
An in silico investigation of the effect of bolus properties on TMJ loading during mastication Open
Mastication is the motor task with the highest muscle activations of the jaw region, potentially leading to high temporomandibular joint (TMJ) loading. Since increased loading of the TMJ is associated with temporomandibular disorders (TMD)…
View article: A Novel Quantitative Method for Tooth Grinding Surface Assessment Using 3D Scanning
A Novel Quantitative Method for Tooth Grinding Surface Assessment Using 3D Scanning Open
Sleep bruxism is an oral parafunction that involves involuntary tooth grinding and clenching. Splints with a colored layer that gets removed during tooth grinding are a common tool for the initial diagnosis of sleep bruxism. Currently, suc…
View article: Effect of facet inclination and location on TMJ loading during bruxism: An in-silico study
Effect of facet inclination and location on TMJ loading during bruxism: An in-silico study Open
Together these results suggest a possible effect of tooth morphology on TMJ loading during bruxism.
View article: Correlation of Signs and Symptoms of Temporomandibular Disease with Bolton Index
Correlation of Signs and Symptoms of Temporomandibular Disease with Bolton Index Open
Objective: The aim of this retrospective study was to investigate the correlation between the Bolton Index (tooth size discrepancy TSD) and signs and symptoms of temporomandibular disorder (TMD).
View article: Is There an Association between Temporomandibular Disorders and Articular Eminence Inclination? A Systematic Review
Is There an Association between Temporomandibular Disorders and Articular Eminence Inclination? A Systematic Review Open
(1) Background: In order to determine the correlation between the inclination of articular eminence (AEI) and the development of temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), a systematic review was performed. (2) Methods: A systematic literature re…
View article: In vitro adherence of <i>Candida albicans</i> to zirconia surfaces
In vitro adherence of <i>Candida albicans</i> to zirconia surfaces Open
Objectives This study aimed to characterize surface properties such as roughness (Ra) and surface‐free energy (SFE) of glazed and polished yttria‐stabilized zirconia and to evaluate in vitro adherence of fungus Candida albicans and salivar…
View article: Correlation between Internal Derangement of the Temporo-Mandibular Joint and Ipsi-Lateral Mediotrusive Molar Interferences-A Condylographic Study Using Virtual Articulation
Correlation between Internal Derangement of the Temporo-Mandibular Joint and Ipsi-Lateral Mediotrusive Molar Interferences-A Condylographic Study Using Virtual Articulation Open
Objective: Aim of this pilot study was to test if molar interferences in symptomatic patients are suggesting altered condylographic tracings in terms of an internal TMJ structural disturbance, in particular an increased transversal joint m…
View article: Correlation of Occlusal-Plane-Inclination with Functional Condylar Displacement in Different Skeletal Classes
Correlation of Occlusal-Plane-Inclination with Functional Condylar Displacement in Different Skeletal Classes Open
Objective:The aim of this study was to investigate the correlation between different skeletal classes, functional condylar displacement and the inclination of the upper posterior and upper anterior occlusal planes.Methods: 150 patients out…
View article: A Dynamic Jaw Model With a Finite-Element Temporomandibular Joint
A Dynamic Jaw Model With a Finite-Element Temporomandibular Joint Open
The masticatory region is an important human motion system that is essential for basic human tasks like mastication, speech or swallowing. An association between temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) and high temporomandibular joint (TMJ) str…
View article: <i>In vivo</i> prediction of temporomandibular joint disc thickness and position changes for different jaw positions
<i>In vivo</i> prediction of temporomandibular joint disc thickness and position changes for different jaw positions Open
Temporomandibular joint disorders ( TMD ) are common dysfunctions of the masticatory region and are often linked to dislocation or changes of the temporomandibular joint ( TMJ ) disc. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the gold standard f…
View article: Investigation of the styloid process length in a Greek population
Investigation of the styloid process length in a Greek population Open
The SP is typically detectable and measurable in OPGs. An elonga- ted SP should be kept in mind, since symptoms of elongation may overlap with clinical manifestations of temporomandibular joint disorders.
View article: Detection of Degenerative Changes in the Articular Disc of the Temporomandibular Joint Using Delayed Gadolinium- Enhanced MRI at 3 Tesla – A Case Report
Detection of Degenerative Changes in the Articular Disc of the Temporomandibular Joint Using Delayed Gadolinium- Enhanced MRI at 3 Tesla – A Case Report Open
The delayed Gadolinium-Enhanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging of Cartilage (dGEMRIC) is a useful tool for the evaluation of a repair tissue status after cartilage transplantation. A previous study showed the feasibility of dGEMRIC at 3 Tesla …