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As Dr. Dawson has said, “Successful outcomes for patients with temporomandibular disorders can be some of the most rewarding experiences in a general dental practice.”
In a study of over 45,000 households, 1 in 5 have suffered from orofacial pain in the last 6 months, illustrating the large opportunity our profession has to provide successful outcomes that can greatly impact patients’ lives.
In order to effectively treat patients with TMD, we must first be able to accurately diagnose the root of their pain and then predictably treat them. Unfortunately, most dentists do not feel prepared or confident to do either.
In this webinar discover:
- The difference between Occluso-Muscle Disorders, Intracapsular Disorders and Orofacial Pain Related Disorders
- How to diagnose the problem accurately
- When and how to use splint therapy for suspected TMJ disorders
- How to approach TMD patients with restorative and esthetic needs
- Overview of airway diagnosis and it’s importance as a consideration in treatment
