Bite adjustment for TMD: long-term follow-up
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial follows up with people who previously had a dental bite adjustment (occlusal equilibration) for TMD (jaw or face muscle/joint pain). It compares their long-term results with a group that received a 'sham' (fake) procedure.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You had a dental bite adjustment (occlusal equilibration) for TMD pain at the University of Santiago.
- You are between 18 and 85 years old.
- You have all your natural teeth or well-fitted crowns/bridges.
- Before the adjustment, your pain was moderate to severe (rating 4-9 on a 0-10 scale).
- You tried other TMD treatments (like mouth splints or physical therapy) for at least 6 months before the bite adjustment.
- You do not have severe gum disease causing tooth looseness, or other major health conditions that affect pain.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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