Management of temporomandibular disorders and occlusion /

Covering both new and proven techniques in this rapidly changing field, this classic text helps you provide solutions to many common occlusal and TMD problems. Clear descriptions and a new full-color design promote a complete understanding of normal, abnormal, and dysfunctional occlusal relationship...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Okeson, Jeffrey P.
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: St. Louis, Mo. : Elsevier/Mosby, ©2013.
Edition:7th ed.
Subjects:
Table of Contents:
  • Functional anatomy and biomechanics of the masticatory system
  • Functional neuroanatomy and physiology of the masticatory system
  • Alignment and occlusion of the dentition
  • Mechanics of mandibular movement
  • Criteria for optimum functional occlusion
  • Determinants of occlusal morphology
  • Etiology and identification of functional disturbances in the masticatory system
  • Etiology of functional disturbances in the masticatory system
  • Signs and symptoms of temporomandibular disorders
  • History of and examination for temporomandibular disorders
  • Diagnosis of temporomandibular disorders
  • Treatment of functional disturbances of the masticatory system
  • General considerations in the treatment of temporomandibular disorders
  • Treatment of masticatory muscle disorders
  • Treatment of temporomandibular joint disorders
  • Treatment of chronic mandibular hypomobility and growth disorders
  • Occlusal appliance therapy
  • Treatment sequencing
  • Occlusal therapy
  • General considerations in occlusal therapy
  • Use of articulators in occlusal therapy
  • Selective grinding
  • Restorative considerations in occlusal therapy.