Objective
The aim of this study was to investigate the orofacial complaints and characteristics
of patients with fibromyalgia syndrome (FS) compared with controls.
Study Design
We evaluated 25 patients diagnosed with FS compared with 25 gender- and age-matched
controls by using a detailed clinical protocol for orofacial pain diagnosis and dental
examination.
Results
FS patients had a higher frequency of temporomandibular disorders (TMD), masticatory
complaints, pain with mandibular movements, and pain upon palpation of the head and
neck area. There were no significant differences related to the dental exam.
Conclusions
Orofacial complaints including TMD may be present either as symptoms of FS or as a
comorbidity associated with this condition. A comprehensive evaluation of patients
with FS is necessary to identify the need for specific treatments for orofacial complaints.
Future studies, especially those with longitudinal design, should clarify whether
a cause-effect relationship exists between orofacial complaints and fibromyalgia.
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Article info
Publication history
Published online: August 20, 2012
Accepted:
April 2,
2012
Received in revised form:
March 19,
2012
Received:
August 24,
2011
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