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Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD): From Research Discoveries to Clinical Treatment

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Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are disorders associated with the temporomandibular joint and the muscles and tissues of the jaw. At the request of the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research and the Office of the Director (NIH), this consensus study will assess the current state of TMD research, education, care, and its public health significance. The committee will identify multidisciplinary approaches necessary to the development and implementation of safe and effective clinical treatments for TMD, as well as strategies to advance TMD research and education.

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Temporomandibular Disorders: Priorities for Research and Care

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2020

Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), are a set of more than 30 health disorders associated with both the temporomandibular joints and the muscles and tissues of the jaw. TMDs have a range of causes and often co-occur with a number of overlapping medical conditions, including headaches, fibromyalgia,...

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