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DENTISTRY TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT SYNDROME

Top -> Health -> Dentistry -> Conditions and Diseases -> Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome  (36)



Clenching Syndrome
Information about clenching teeth.
www.clenchingsyndrome.com

Temporomandibular.info
Information for patients and dentists.
www.temporomandibular.info

Myofascial Pain
Lists symptoms, treatment, medications and resources.
www.geocities.com

TMJ Surgery Chat
Message board for patients to discuss surgery and implants.
www.geocities.com

The American Pain Foundation: TMJ Disorders
A short overview of disorders including questions and answers.
www.painfoundation.org

TMJ Chat
Offers a message board to discuss surgery and related problems.
www.eboards4all.com

Animated MRI of the Temporomandibular Joint
8 MRI's with case reports, animated to show the particular problem.
www.quintpub.com

MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: TMJ Disorders
Overview of disorders, the symptoms, treatment, causes, and prognosis.
www.nlm.nih.gov

TMJ Talk
Patient hosted, moderated discussion board on aspects of this disorder.
tmjtalk.yuku.com

Clinical Significance of Temporomandibular Joint Abnormalities
Bilateral imaging that shows abnormalities in patients with and without pain.
www.urmc.rochester.edu

TMJ: Diet and Exercise Treatment
Covers nonsurgical treatment options. Reviews symptoms linked to the condition.
www.ctds.info

Morphologic and Immunohistochemical Observation of Explanted Proplast-Teflon TMJ Implants
Evaluates the cellular tissue response to disc material by its changes and fragmentation.
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Cranio-Mandibular Rehabilitation, Inc.
Provides in-home physical therapy to post-operativ cranio-facial patients in New York and New Jersey.
www.therapacer.com

American Board of Orofacial Pain
Non-profit organization dedicated to facial pain and related disorders. Also provides a list of physicians.
abop.med-office.com

Temporomandibular Joint Disc Replacement Made by Tissue-Engineered Growth of Cartilage
The new technique of tissue-engineered growth of cartilage for the replacement of discs and its effectiveness.
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

The TMJ Association, Ltd.
Provides information to patients, health professionals and the public, and advocates for research and treatment.
www.tmj.org

Physical Therapy Corner: The Temporomandibular Joint
Anatomy pictures, muscles, joint movement, symptom list, self care tips, and simple ergonomics and posture information.
www.nismat.org

TMJ and Facial Pain Center
Dr. Shankland offers some basic information about temporomandibular joint dysfunction, as well as promoting his book for sale.
www.drshankland.com

Temporomandibular Joint Disorders: An Overview at Simple Steps to Better Dental Health
A detailed look at these disorders including the symptoms, causes, treatment, possible surgery and chat transcripts from experts.
www.simplestepsdental.com

TMJ Concepts/Techmedia Custom-Made Total Joint Prosthesis: A Five Year Follow Up
42 consecutive patients had reconstruction using this prosthesis, and were followed for 5-8 years to determine the long term results.
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

The International TMJ and Sleep Medicine Network
An online portal for individuals to find a doctor or dentist in their area that treat temporomandibular joint syndrome and other sleep disorders.
www.itsmn.com

TMJ Friends
Support for the disorder and its related ailments, composed by patients. Features include message board, weblog, doctor referral list, and patient stories.
www.tmjfriends.com

TMJ Syndrome: The Overlooked Diagnosis
A book by Dr. Richard Goldman that is fully available online for free. Chapters include tooth grinding, ear symptoms, triggers, treatment, surgery, and costs.
www.headandneck.com

JJAMD, Inc
The Jaw Joints and Allied Musculo-Skeletal Disorders Foundation is a non-profit advocacy organization that focuses on prevention, awareness, education, and research.
tmjoints.org

American Academy of Craniofacial Pain
General information about the disorder and its symptoms. Includes a referral area which tells the percentage of the doctor's practice that is devoted to TMJD patients.
www.aacfp.org

Long-term Rheumatological Findings Associated with Alloplastic Temporomandibular Joint Implants
To assess whether alloplastic implants were associated with rheumatological disorders, the study supported by a grant from Dow Corning Corporation, who made the implants.
iadr.confex.com

FDA Consumer Information:TMJ Implants: An Informational Update
CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health) update regarding the FDA's role in monitoring these devices, the types of devices on the market and their status. (April 1, 2001)
www.fda.gov

Ten Year Outcome of Nonsurgical Treatment for Internal Derangment of the TMJ with Closed Lock
56 patients were treated nonsurgically and then evaluated at 10 years to determine if their pain, jaw dysfunction, and limiting of daily activities had improved. From PubMed. (November 1, 2002)
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Long-Term Study of TMJ Surgery with Alloplastic Implants Compared with Nonimplant Surgery for Painful TMJ Disc Displacement
Long term study of 466 patients in 5 treatment groups to determine the outcome of Silastic, permanent Silastic, or Proplast implants to replace painful disc displacements compared to nonimplant surgery or nonsurgical modalities.
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Self-Reported Systemic, Immune-Mediated Disorders in Patients with and without Proplast-Teflon Implants of the TMJ
Examines self-reported systemic and immune mediated disorders in patients with Proplast-Teflon TMJ implants by comparing them to a group who was not exposed to these alloplastic implants and to a group who has had these implants removed.
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Craniofacial Pain Center
The Craniofacial Pain Center of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine is devoted to the diagnosis and management of temporomandibular disorders and chronic head, neck and facial pain. Find patient and professional information and educational programs.
www.orofacialpain.com

Protocol for the Management of Failed Alloplastic TMJ Disc Implants
The management of failed Proplast/Teflon, Silastic, and Christensen Fossa implants by removal, joint debridement, recountouring of the articulating surfaces, and placement of a temporalis muscle/fascia flap for joint lining including the outcome of this protocol.
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

American Society of Temporomandibular Joint Surgeons
Non-profit organization of maxillofacial, orthopedic, plastic/reconstructive and oral and maxillofacial surgical specialists dedicated to promoting education, research, and patient services concerning orthopedic disease of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Includes diagnosis and management guidelines, video clips and a membership list.
www.astmjs.org

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