Evaluation of psychosocial aspects in patients with juvenile idiopathic arthritis

This article seeks to elucidate the current knowledge of the relationship between TMJ signs and symptoms, psychosocial factors, and broader clinical manifestations in JIA patients. To investigate this relationship further, the present article will also present the results of a study including a total of 73 JIA patients, consisting of 56 females and 17 males (mean age 12.2 ±2.8 years old; range 6-16).
Source: Seminars in Orthodontics - Category: Dentistry Authors: Source Type: research