TMJ Disorders and Its Management In Young Adolescents

Abstract
Temporomandibular joint disorders refer to a cluster of condition characterized by pain in the temporomandibular joint or its surrounding tissue, functional limitations of the mandible, or clicking in the temporomandibular joint during motion. Temporomandibular joint disorders are common and often self-limited in the adult population. The prevalence of temporomandibular disorders was increased from 11% to 60% in children/adolescents over a period of time. Clinical evaluation of temporomandibular disorders includes temporomandibular joint sounds, mandibular range of motion, pain evaluation, occlusal examination. The process of diagnosing temporomandibular disorders involves medical, dental history, clinical examination, radiologic examination, ad psychological testing. Imaging studies to evaluate temporomandibular disorders are OPG, lateral cephalogram, CT, CBCT, MRI. The goal of temporomandibular joint disorders treatment is to improve the patient’s quality of life through pain relief and functional recovery.