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Research Paper | Dentistry | India | Volume 12 Issue 4, April 2023 | Popularity: 5.5 / 10
Prevalence of Temporomandibular Disorders among Patients with Partially Edentulous Arches - A Cross -Sectional Study
Aarudra Devi JG, Dr. Helen Mary Abraham, Dr. Jacob Mathew Phillip, Dr. C J Venkatakrishnan
Abstract: Aim: The aim of the study was to determine the prevalence of Temporomandibular joint disorders among patients with partially edentulous arches. Introduction: Temporomandibular Disorders (TMDs) are the most common condition affecting the Temporomandibular joint and associated structures with limitations of masticatory function with complex interaction of factors. Materials and Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted among 200 patients with missing teeth in TAGORE DENTAL COLLEGE AND HOSPITAL. They were clinically examined for intraoral findings related to missing occlusal units and extraoral findings related to TMJ symptoms. The patients were partially edentulous RPD or FPD wearers or had not replaced the missing teeth. Results: Descriptive statistics were given as mean and standard deviation. The demographic data include Mean (43.8%) , Standard deviation (8.5%)(Min 19%, Max 74%).From the study, 90% of females and 91% of males do not have TMJ pain. However, 6% of males have a mild pain and 5% of females had moderate and 2% had mild and 1% had severe problems. , there is a statistically significant association between sex and TMJ Pain (P<0.0001). Conclusion: This study reveals that there is a positive association between sex and TMJ pain, (P<0.0001). This study reveals no significant relation between age and TMJ pain, missing occlusal unit and TMJ pain.
Keywords: Temporomandibular disorders, occlusal units, missing teeth, clicking sound, Temporomandibular symptoms, partially edentulous arches
Edition: Volume 12 Issue 4, April 2023
Pages: 529 - 532
DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.21275/SR23319190220
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