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TMD diagnosis–What should general dentists and orthodontists know?

Lookup NU author(s): Dr Rachael Bird, Emma Beecroft

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Abstract

© 2024 The Author(s)Diagnosis is the cornerstone of care for temporomandibular disorders (TMD) in order to provide crucial forward momentum in terms of patient engagement and education alongside provision of appropriate management. Despite its importance diagnostic confidence for TMD is reported as low in the primary care settings. This article will consider potential reasons for this and outline the importance of diagnosis for both individuals living with the condition and clinicians. We will suggest utilisation of a pragmatic, evidence based, broad group diagnosis using simplified examination procedures and diagnostic aids to support the TMD diagnostic process for clinicians.

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Author(s): Bird R, Beecroft EV

Publication type: Article

Publication status: Published

Journal: Seminars in Orthodontics

Year: 2024

Pages: epub ahead of print

Online publication date: 06/01/2024

Acceptance date: 02/04/2018

ISSN (print): 1073-8746

ISSN (electronic): 1558-4631

Publisher: W.B. Saunders

URL: https://doi.org/10.1053/j.sodo.2024.01.002

DOI: 10.1053/j.sodo.2024.01.002

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