Editorial Type:
Article Category: Research Article
| Online Publication Date: 01 Aug 1998
Orthodontics and the temporomandibular joint: Where are we now? Part 2. Functional occlusion, malocclusion, and TMD
Orthodontics and the temporomandibular joint: Where are we now? Part 2. Functional occlusion, malocclusion, and TMD
BDS (Hons), MSc, MOrth FDS RCS (Eng)
Page Range: 305 – 318
Abstract
In this second of two articles, the role of occlusion and malocclusion is assessed with respect to orthodontics and temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Some have suggested that malocclusion may cause TMD, or that by introducing a form of malocclusion, orthodontic treatment could be iatrogenic. Pertinent evidence relating to these issues will be assessed.
Copyright: Edward H. Angle Society of Orthodontists
Accepted: 01 Mar 1998