• Journal of Dental Anesthesia and Pain Medicine
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• 제21권3호
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• pp.183-205
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• 2021

This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to analyze the effectiveness of maxillary stabilization splint (SS) therapy to reduce headache (HA) intensity and HA frequency in patients with temporomandibular disorders (TMD)-HA comorbidity. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) using full-arch coverage, hard resin, and maxillary SS therapy were included. Electronic databases, including Cochrane Library, MEDLINE through PubMed, Web of Science, and EMBASE, were searched. The risk of bias was analyzed based on Cochrane's handbook. The search yielded 247 references up to January 28, 2020. Nine RCTs were included at a high risk of bias. The comparison groups included other splints, counseling, jaw exercises, medications, neurologic treatment, and occlusal equilibration. Four studies reported a statistically significant reduction in HA intensity, and five studies reported significant improvement in HA frequency from baseline at 2-12 months in patients with TMD-HA comorbidity treated with a full-arch hard maxillary SS. HA frequency in tension-type HA (TTH) comorbid with TMD diagnoses of myofascial pain (MFP) or capsulitis/synovitis improved significantly with SS than that with full-arch maxillary non-occluding splint (NOS) in two studies. Comparison groups receiving hard partial-arch maxillary splint nociceptive trigeminal inhibition (NTI) showed statistically significant improvements in HA intensity in patients with mixed TMD phenotypes of MFP and disc displacement comorbid with "general HA." Comparison groups receiving partial-arch maxillary resilient/soft splint (Relax) showed significant improvements in both HA intensity and frequency in patients with HA concomitant with MFP. The meta-analysis showed no statistically significant difference in the improvement of pain intensity at 2-3 months with comparison of the splints (partial-arch soft [Relax], hard [NTI], and full-arch NOS) or splint use compliance at 6-12 months with comparison of the splints (partial-arch Relax and full-arch NOS) versus the SS groups in patients with various TMD-HA comorbidities. In conclusion, although SS therapy showed a statistically significant decrease in HA intensity and HA frequency when reported, the evidence quality was low due to the high bias risk and small sample size. Therefore, further studies are required.

• Korean Journal of Radiology
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• 제23권2호
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• pp.218-225
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• 2022

Objective: This study aimed to explore the feasibility of functional evaluation of the lateral pterygoid muscle (LPM) using diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) in patients with temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs). Materials and Methods: A total of 119 patients with TMD (23 male and 96 female; mean age ± standard deviation, 41 ± 15 years; 58 bilateral and 61 unilateral involvements for a total of 177 joints) and 20 healthy volunteers (9 male and 11 female; 40 ± 13 years; 40 joints) were included in this prospective study. Based on DTI of the jaw in the resting state, the diffusion parameters, apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC), fractional anisotropy (FA), λ1, λ2, and λ3 of the superior and inferior heads of the LPM (SHLPM and IHLPM) were measured. Patients with TMD with normal disc position (ND), anterior disc displacement with reduction (ADWR), and anterior disc displacement without reduction (ADWOR) were compared. Results: Patients with TMD overall, and ADWR and ADWOR subgroups had significantly higher ADC, λ1, λ2, and λ3 in both the SHLPM and IHLPM than those in volunteers (p < 0.05 for all), whereas the ND subgroup only had significantly higher ADC and λ1 (p < 0.001). Meanwhile, significant differences in FA in the SHLPM and IHLPM were found between volunteers and ADWOR (p = 0.014 and p = 0.037, respectively). Among the three TMD subgroups, except for λ3 and FA in the ADWR subgroup, ADWR and ADWOR subgroups had significantly higher ADC, λ1, λ2, and λ3 and lower FA than those in the ND group (p < 0.050). There was no significant difference in diffusion variables between ADWR and ADWOR. In ADWOR, the osteoarthritis group had significantly higher λ3 and lower FA values in the IHLPM than those in the non-osteoarthritis group. Conclusion: DTI successfully detected functional changes in the LPM in patients with TMD. The unsynchronized diffusivity changes in the LPM in different subgroups of TMD signified the possibility of using diffusion parameters as indicators to identify the severity of LPM hyperfunction at various stages of TMD.

• Journal of Oral Medicine and Pain
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• 제31권4호
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• pp.347-354
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• 2006

측두하악장애(Temporomandibular disorders, TMD) 환자들 대다수는 저작기능 장애와 교합력 감소를 보여주는데 본 연구는 편측성 TMD 환자에서 증상이 있는 측과 무증상측 사이의 교합력 차이를 비교하고 좌우측 교합력의 차이와 증상 지속기간과의 관련성 여부를 평가하고자 하였다. 단국대학교 치과대학병원 구강내과에 치료를 위해 내원한 편측성 TMD 환자 42명 (남:여=9:33, 평균 $27.2{\pm}10.4$세)을 대상으로 하여 교합력측정기를 이용하여 전치부와 구치부의 최대교합력을 측정하였다. 전치부 교합력은 좌우측 견치에서 측정하였고 구치부 교합력은 제1대구치에서 측정하였는데 환자는 통증을 유발하지 않는 범위에서 3초간 최대로 측정기를 깨물도록 하였다. 양측성 증상을 보이는 환자 6명(남:여=1:5, 평균 $23.0{\pm}7.3$세) 에 대해서도 같은 방법으로 평가하여 교합력을 비교하였다. 또한, 증상의 지속기간에 따라 1개월 미만과 1개월 이상, 6개월 미만과 6개월 이상의 군으로 나누어 증상측과 무증상측의 교합력을 비교하였다. 통계분석을 위하여 paired t-test와 unpaired t-test를 사용하였다. 연구결과, 편측성 TMD 환자들에서는 증상측의 교합력이 무증상측 보다 유의성 있게 낮았으나 (7-8 kgf 차이, p<0.05) 양측성 환자들에서는 좌우 차이가 없었다. 편측성 환자들의 증상측과 양측성 환자들과의 비교에서는 유의한 차이가 관찰되지 않았다. 증상의 지속기간에 따른 증상측과 무증상측 교합력 차이를 비교했을 때, 1개월을 기준으로 나누었을 때는 두 군 사이에 유의한 차이가 없었으나 6개월을 기준으로 나누었을 때는 두 군 사이에 통계적으로 유의한 차이가 관찰되었다(p<0.05). 본 연구의 결과는 편측성 TMD 환자에서는 증상측이 무증상측보다 교합력이 저하되어 있으며, 증상이 오래 지속될수록 증상측과 무증상측의 교합력 차이가 감소한다는 것, 즉 무증상측의 교합력이 더욱 저하될 수 있다는 것을 보여준다.

• Journal of Periodontal and Implant Science
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• 제47권4호
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• pp.211-218
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• 2017

Purpose: The purpose of the present study was to perform a pattern analysis in patients with temporomandibular disorder (TMD) resulting from unilateral mastication due to chronic periodontitis. Methods: Thirty participants with signs or symptoms of TMD who engaged in unilateral mastication due to periodontitis-related discomfort (test group) were selected. Another 30 subjects exhibiting signs or symptoms of TMD resulting from unilateral mastication not due to chronic periodontitis (control group) were also recruited. An interview-based questionnaire was administered, and an examination of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) with determination of periodontal status was performed. Results: The duration of unilateral mastication was significantly longer in the control group than in the test group. There was a significant negative correlation between the duration of unilateral mastication and the Community Periodontal Index score. Using the Research Diagnostic Criteria for TMD (RDC/TMD) axis I algorithms, all the subjects were assigned to 3 main groups. The test group exhibited significantly a higher diagnostic distribution of group III (arthralgia, osteoarthritis, or osteoarthrosis), and in both the test and control groups, the number of diagnoses was larger for the non-chewing side. The control group showed a significantly higher diagnostic distribution of group I (myofacial pain), and in both the test and control groups, the number of diagnoses was larger for the chewing side. Conclusions: The results of the present study indicate that unilateral mastication due to chronic periodontitis could induce not only pain but also structural TMJ changes if adequate treatment is not administered and supported within a short time from the onset of the condition. Therefore, immediate treatment of chronic periodontitis is recommended to prevent not only the primary progress of periodontal disease, but also secondary TMJ-related problems. Furthermore, subjects who have suffered chronic long-term periodontitis without treatment should be urged to undergo a TMJ examination.

• Journal of Oral Medicine and Pain
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• 제33권4호
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• pp.323-338
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• 2008

한국어판 측두하악장애 연구진단기준(RDC/TMD) 설문지의 신뢰도를 분석하기 위하여 서울대학교 치과병원 구강내과에 내원한 154명의 턱관절장애 환자들(남자 31명, 여자 123명)에게 한국어판 RDC/TMD 설문지를 작성하게 하였다. 검사-재검사 신뢰도는 동일한 피검자에게 1주 내지 2주 간격으로 같은 설문지를 작성토록 하였다. 설문지의 검사-재검사가 완료되기 전까지는 환자에게 어떠한 치료도 제공되지 않았다. 첫번째 검사로 본 통증강도(pain intensity), 장애점수(disability score), 악기능장애(jaw disability) 및 심리사회적 상태(psychosocial status)의 내적 일관성(internal consistency)의 신뢰도는 크론바흐-알파(Cronbach’s alpha) 계수로 각각 0.92, 0.94, 0.68, 0.94 였다. 검사-재검사 신뢰도의 각 설문항목별 상관계수는 0.40에서 0.94까지의 범위로 나타났으며, 각각의 세부 항목별 등급내 상관계수(intra-class correlation coefficient; ICC)는 0.81에서 0.93의 범위로 나타났다. 만성통증척도(Graded Chronic Pain)의 검사-재검사 신뢰도계수는 0.63이었다. 한국어판 RDC/TMD 설문지는 좋은 신뢰도를 보였으며, 한국인의 측두하악장애 환자들에서 심리사회적측면을 분석하는데 유용하게 사용될 수 있다.

• Journal of Oral Medicine and Pain
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• 제42권2호
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• pp.29-34
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• 2017

Purpose: To evaluate aggravating factors of intermittent locking among temporomandibular joint using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and diagnostic criteria for temporomandibular disorder (DC/TMD) diagnosis. Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted of 35 patients with intermittent locking history but normal intra-articular findings between September 2012 and June 2015 in Kyung Hee University Dental Hospital. A standardized DC/TMD assessment was performed on subjects with MRI findings. Clinical findings were assessed on the basis of maximum mouth opening (active & passive), self-reported habits, patients' age, gender, systemic diseases at the initial visit. First, chi square test was used to examine differences with variables and then risk factors for intermittent locking were assessed using multivariate logistic regression. Results: Self-reported bruxism was strongly associated with intermittent locking history. Conclusions: The new DC/TMD protocol is intended for use within any clinical setting and supports the full range of diagnostic activities from screening to definitive evaluation and diagnosis. Self-reported sleep bruxism has been associated with a higher likelihood of intermittent locking. Comorbidity is therefore a factor that must be assessed. It is necessary to consider the amount of contact of the teeth and the duration.

• 대한치과보철학회지
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• 제54권4호
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• pp.431-437
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• 2016

광범위한 보철 수복에서 교합접촉의 재설정이 필요한 경우가 많이 있으며, 교합접촉은 보철물 성공의 필수요소이다. 만약 교합접촉 관계가 잘못 부여된다면 다양한 교합외상의 증상이 발생할 수 있으며, 악관절 장애도 그 중 하나이다. 이런 악관절 장애의 흔한 증상의 하나로 저작근 장애 및 악관절 부위 통증이 발생될 수 있으며 이는 환자에게 많은 고통을 준다. 본 증례는 보철물의 잘못된 교합접촉으로 인한 지속적 악관절 통증을 가진 환자에서 교합 재설정한 보철물로 재수복하여 저작근 및 악관절 통증이 개선되는 등의 만족스러운 결과를 얻어 이를 보고하는 바이다.

• Journal of the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
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• 제36권4호
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• pp.270-274
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• 2010

Introduction: Limited mouth opening is a representative clinical symptom of temporomandibular disorders (TMD) with anterior disc displacement without reduction (ADDWOR). Various treatment methods have been proposed for patients with ADDWOR. This study examined the clinical effectiveness of template therapy for patients with mouth opening difficulty due to the ADDWOR. Material and Methods: A total of 14 patients (female 12, male 2, average age: $29.1{\pm}14.4$), who had been treated in the template clinic, Sooncheonhyang University Bucheon Hospital, from January of 2006 to December of 2008, were enrolled in this study. The subjects were selected according to the following criteria: more than 2 weeks after the onset of locking, mouth opening range <35 mm, and confirmed ADDWOR without a synovial pathology by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). All patients were treated with the template appliance, instructed to wear it while sleeping and exercise for at least 10 hours per day. The maximum mouth opening (MMO) range and pain recognition scores before and after template therapy were recorded and compared. A paired t-test and Wilcoxon's signed rank test were used for statistical analysis. Results: After the periodical follow up, significant improvement in the opening range was observed in the template treatment group. The average MMO range before treatment was $30.2{\pm}3.5mm$ and the average MMO after treatment and follow up was $47.1{\pm}4.7mm$. The mean amount of mouth opening increment was $16.9{\pm}5.4mm$ (P<0.01) and the pain recognition scores before and after treatment was also improved.(P=0.001) Conclusion: The template appliance proved to be efficient for the treatment of TMD with a closed lock and painful joint due to ADDWOR.

• Journal of Oral Medicine and Pain
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• 제43권2호
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• pp.27-33
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• 2018

Purpose: Many researchers have established a connection between sleep disturbances and the symptoms of temporomandibular disorder (TMD) in adults, but there are a few studies targeted at adolescents with TMD. The aim of this study was to analyze the sleep pattern of adolescents with TMD and to determine the effect of poor sleep quality on their clinical symptoms. Methods: The subjects were composed of 47 adolescents with TMD. The sleep pattern and preliminary information of patients were measured by self-reported questionnaires; Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and Questionnaire for TMD analysis. TMD pain was scored using the Numerical Rating Scale. The Kruskal-Wallis test, Mann-Whitney U test, Fisher's exact test and logistic regression were used for statistical analysis. Results: The poor sleeping group had statistically more females (25.00% males, 75.00% females) than the good sleeping group. As compared with that of good sleepers, sleep quality of poor sleepers was significantly worse in the items of subjective sleep quality, sleep latency, sleep duration, sleep disturbances, daytime dysfunction and global PSQI score. The sleep time of adolescents was much longer during vacation ($7.20{\pm}1.38hours$) than during school days ($6.10{\pm}1.26hours$). Poor sleep of patients was associated with the pain in the ear or in front of the ear, in the face, jaw, throat or temple and in neck or back. Adolescents with pain in those areas had significantly higher proportion of poor sleepers than adolescents with no pain in those areas. Conclusions: The high ratio of girls in poor sleeping group could reflect the greater prevalence of TMD in women than in men. Pain in peri-temporomandibular joint areas, neck or back could negatively influence sleep quality of adolescents with TMD.

• 한국치위생학회지
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• 제13권1호
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• pp.136-145
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• 2013

Objectives : The goal of this study is to investigate how occupational stress affects temporomandibular disorders (TMD), dry mouth and oral symptoms. Methods : For this study, workers from 5 areas were selected and the survey was carried out from June 1st to 30th, 2012. A total of 410 questionnaires were analyzed. Results : The analysis of the structural model shows that occupational stress has no significant influence on temporomandibular disorder and dry mouth symptoms, but does affect other oral symptoms. The results also reveal that dry mouth symptom and temporomandibular disorder both have a significant effect on oral symptoms. Conclusions : Oral symptoms and job stress appeared to directly and indirectly influence the psychological and social factors of job stress. A systemic investigation on the improvement of oral health in workers is urgently required.