Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are a prevalent but complex group of conditions
that cause orofacial pain. Temporomandibular disorders are recognized as one of the
most common chronic pain conditions, alongside back pain and headache disorders.
Given the competing theories surrounding what causes TMDs and limited high-equality
evidence on optimally treating TMDs, clinicians often encounter challenges in developing
an effective management plan for patients.
Furthermore, patients will often seek advice from multiple health care providers from
varying specialties, seeking curative management, often resulting in inappropriate
treatments and no improvement in pain symptoms.
Throughout this review, we explore the existing evidence base surrounding the pathophysiology,
diagnosis, and management of TMDs. An existing United Kingdom–based multidisciplinary
care pathway for the management of TMDs is described herein, highlighting the benefits
of a multidisciplinary approach to patient care for TMDs.
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Published online: February 12, 2023
Accepted:
February 5,
2023
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January 28,
2023
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August 13,
2022
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