Metrical analysis of disc-condyle relation with different splint treatment positions in patients with TMJ disc displacement

Conclusions: Anterior repositioning of the mandible improves the spatial relationship between the disc and condyle in patients with DDwR. In addition to anterior and inferior movement of the condyle, transitory posterior movement of the disc also occurred.

Source: Journal of Applied Oral Science - October 23, 2017 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research