Abstract
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a structure of substantial importance in clinical orthodontics. This chapter provides an in-depth background on the applications of three-dimensional (3D) imaging to temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJD) diagnostics and therapeutics, and highlights clinical and biological data that are essential to attain comprehensive insights on the causes and pathogenesis of these disorders. A discussion on the known changes within the TMJ in response to growth modification orthodontic therapies also is included. Finally, since the applications of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) in the clinical assessment of the TMJs are still under study and development, the chapter also incorporates an overview of recent advances in methodologies and technologies that eventually will help in moving the diagnostic uses of 3D imaging into the clinical arena.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Cone Beam Computed Tomography in Orthodontics |
Subtitle of host publication | Indications, Insights, and Innovations |
Publisher | Wiley-Blackwell |
Pages | 247-272 |
Number of pages | 26 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781118674888 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781118448489 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Dec 31 2014 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Clinical assessment
- Orthodontic therapies
- Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJD)
- Three-dimensional (3D) imaging
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Dentistry(all)