Incidence of dental barotrauma and temporomandibular joint problems of divers in Turkey

CONCLUSION: In our study, the localization of barodontalgia was consistent with the distribution of caries and restored tooth areas in the literature. Dive-related TMJ pain was also more common in those with pre-dive problems such as bruxism and joint noise. Our results are important to remind us of the necessity of preventive dentistry practices and early diagnosis of problems in divers. Divers should take personal precautions, such as brushing their teeth twice a day and avoiding the need for urgent treatment. The use of a personalized mouthpiece is also recommended for divers to prevent dive-related temporomandibular joint diseases.PMID:37302074 | DOI:10.22462/01.01.2023.39
Source: Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine - Category: Sports Medicine Authors: Source Type: research