Masseter muscle atrophy impairs bone quality of the mandibular condyle but not the alveolar process early after induction

ConclusionCondyle bone quality deteriorates at an early stage of BoNTA ‐induced masseter muscle atrophy, and before the alveolar process is affected. Since the observed bone microstructural changes resemble those in human temporomandibular joint degenerative disorders, the clinical safety of BoNTA intervention in the masticatory apparatus remains to be clarified.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
Source: Journal of Oral Rehabilitation - Category: Dentistry Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research