Clinical Professor School of Dentistry, University of Maryland Baltimore Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are a constellation of highly prevalent musculoskeletal disorders that involve the TMJ (temporomandibular joint), muscles of mastication and associated structures. Pain and dysfunction accompany TMJ biomechanics such as chewing, mouth opening, or talking. TMDs can become chronic, affecting the quality of life and co-exist with other pain conditions. Management of TMDs is fundamentally conservative and reversible including different pharmacological and non-pharmacological modalities. TMDs are comorbid with primary headache disorders particularly migraine. The presence of TMD may increase the prevalence and severity of migraine supporting progression to a chronic state, therefore the understanding of TMDs, their identification in the headache patient and the integration of the orofacial pain specialist into the care team, is critical for optimal care.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, the participant will identify temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) as a constellation of different musculoskeletal disorders that involve the TMJ, muscles of mastication, cervical muscles and associated structures.
Upon completion, the participant will have the ability to recognize common TMD that may be present in their clinical practice.
Upon completion, the participant will be able to recognize evidence-based treatment modalities. and the need of multidisciplinary management and the importance of the orofacial pain specialist in the care team.
