Abstract
Twenty patients with malocclusions were examined for signs and symptoms of craniomandibular disorders (CMD) before surgical correction of their anomalies. Such signs and symptoms were very common and were in many patients the main reason for requesting treatment. Eight patients had rigid and 12 non-rigid fixation. All patients were re-examined 1 year after surgery. This examination showed a statistically significant improvement of signs and symptoms of CMD but those who had had non-rigid fixation showed a statistically significant impairment in maximal mouth opening while no such change was noted in those treated with rigid fixation. Eight patients reported significant reduction of their recurrent headaches. It is concluded that surgical correction of malocclusion has a beneficial effect not only on the aesthetic appearance and dental occlusion but also on signs and symptoms of CMD.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callMore From: International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
