Features of changes and effects of masticatory muscle tone on the maxillary system of ballet dancers of various age groups

Abstract

Ballet dancers experience tremendous physical exertion every day, which leads to the early development of serious diseases of the whole body, to increased muscle tension in all parts of the body, including the muscles of the facial skeleton. In turn, this can lead to injuries and the development of increased tooth abrasion, and as a consequence, to various occlusive disorders. The purpose of the study: to improve the efficiency and quality of dental care for ballet dancers of various age groups based on the identified features of changes in the tone of the masticatory muscles. Materials and methods: 75 ballet dancers of various age groups underwent myotometry of masticatory muscles in various conditions. Results and conclusions: the age and work experience of a ballet dancer directly affects the contractility of the masticatory muscles of the facial skeleton. This leads to increased tooth abrasion, occlusive disorders and TMJ diseases of varying severity, which requires the provision of preventive and curative dental care to this group of patients already at the early stages of their professional activity.