Search for dissertations about: "Temporomandibular Disorders"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 41 swedish dissertations containing the words Temporomandibular Disorders.
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1. Temporomandibular disorders : incidence, course, and risk factors
Abstract : Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) embrace pain and dysfunction in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and jaw muscles. TMD is a prevalent condition in the population and constitutes a significant health problem. READ MORE
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2. Exploring temporomandibular disorders : longitudinal and qualitative perspectives
Abstract : Background: Ideally, all clinical decision-making should enable care provision on the best available scientific evidence, clinical experience, and evaluated risks and benefits. Even though there are validated and evaluated decision tools for identification, diagnostics and treatment of temporomandibular disorders (TMD), patients with TMD still seem to go undetected, undiagnosed and undertreated in dentistry. READ MORE
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3. Recognition of Temporomandibular Disorders : validity and outcome of three screening questions (3Q/TMD)
Abstract : Background Pain and dysfunction in the temporomandibular region (Temporomandibular Disorders, TMD) are common conditions in the general population with an estimated treatment need of 5-15% in the general population. However, in Sweden, traceable performed treatments are significantly lower. READ MORE
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4. On temporomandibular disorders : Time trends, associated factors, treatment need and treatment outcome
Abstract : During the last few decades, and especially during the 1990s, an increase in musculoskeletal pain conditions and stress-related ill-health has been observed in Sweden. At the same time, an improvement in the oral health of the population has been noted. READ MORE
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5. Medication in temporomandibular disorders and bruxism
Abstract : The aim of this thesis was to explore aspects of pharmaceutical intervention in temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) and bruxism. Sleep bruxism is a movement disorder that signals disturbed sleep and constitutes a significant health problem due to TMDs, headache and tooth wear. READ MORE