Advancing Research and Care for Jaw Disorders

Although less invasive and more evidence-based approaches are available for temporomandibular disorders (TMDs)— a set of 30 disorders that cause pain or malfunction in the jaw joint and muscles of the jaw— some dentists continue to rely on aggressive or costly procedures as a first-line treatment, says a new report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. To avoid harmful and unnecessary treatments and improve patient care, professional societies, including the American Dental Association (ADA), should develop TMD clinical practice guidelines to inform diagnosis, treatment, and referral strategies for patients.Read More
Source: News from the National Academies - Category: Science Source Type: news