Al-Ani, Z. (2020) Occlusion and temporomandibular disorders: a long-standing controversy in dentistry. Primary Dental Journal, 9(1), pp. 43-48. (doi: 10.1177/2050168420911029) (PMID:32519607)
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Abstract
The relationship between temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) and occlusion remains controversial. Some authors believe that occlusion is the primary factor in the onset of TMD symptoms, whereas others feel that occlusion has no role in this at all. The majority of reasoning behind causation is based upon anecdotal rather than scientific evidence. Existing evidence in the literature supports the absence of a disease-specific association. This article describes this controversy and provides the reader with findings from contemporary literature.
| Item Type: | Articles |
|---|---|
| Status: | Published |
| Refereed: | Yes |
| Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Al-Ani, Dr Ziad |
| Authors: | Al-Ani, Z. |
| College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing |
| Journal Name: | Primary Dental Journal |
| Publisher: | SAGE |
| ISSN: | 2050-1684 |
| ISSN (Online): | 2050-1692 |
| Published Online: | 29 April 2020 |
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