TMJ Flashcards
1
Q
What are TMJ disorder tx?
A
occlusal splints - nightguards
eliminate muscle spasms - diazepam, methocarbamol, cyclobenzaprine
Restore coordination - avoid clenching
NSAIDs - ibuprofen and naproxen
2
Q
What is TMJ disorder symptoms?
A
preauricular pain and tenderness w/ chewing spasm of mastication muscles abnormal anterior displacement click, pop, snap crepitus limited jaw opening and locking hx of daytime or nighttime jaw clenching
3
Q
What is the more common TMJ disorder?
A
myogenous
4
Q
What is the myogenous TMD?
A
no destructive changes on x ray
multiple causes - bruxism/daytime jaw clenching
5
Q
What is includes arthrogenous TMD?
A
disk displacement disorder chronic recurrent dislocations degenerative joint disorders systemic arthritic conditions Ankylosis Infections Neoplasia
6
Q
How do you dx TMD?
A
plain films with schuller views
US
MRI>CT
