New Advances in the Treatment and Assessment of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
A special issue of Life (ISSN 2075-1729). This special issue belongs to the section "Medical Research".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2026 | Viewed by 2
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs) represent a diverse group of musculoskeletal conditions affecting the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), associated muscles, and related oral structures. Patients suffering from this condition struggle with orofacial pain and functional impairment. Multifactorial etiologies, including biomechanical, psychological, inflammatory, and degenerative components, make TMDs some of the most difficult and demanding medical conditions to treat. The complexity of TMDs presents ongoing challenges in accurate diagnosis, individualized treatment, and long-term management.
This Special Issue aims to present recent advancements in both the assessment and treatment of TMDs, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches and the integration of novel diagnostic technologies. We welcome submissions that explore novel imaging techniques, advanced biomechanical modeling of TMJ function, and the application of biomarkers to detect inflammatory and degenerative changes, as well as studies presenting new therapeutic approaches.
Moreover, this Special Issue aims to highlight the long-term effectiveness of conservative treatment approaches, including splint design, physical therapy regimens, and behavioral therapies based on biopsychosocial principles. We also encourage the submission of investigations into the relationship between TMDs and various occlusal concepts, as well as the impact of implant therapy.
Dr. Łukasz Rafał Pałka
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- orofacial dysfunction
- multifactorial etiology
- advanced diagnostic technologies
- biomechanical modeling of TMJ
- novel imaging techniques
- inflammatory and degenerative changes
- interdisciplinary management
- conservative therapy approaches
- occlusal concepts
- splint therapy design
- physical therapy regimens
- long-term implant treatment outcomes
- personalized treatment strategies
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