Prospective Investigation of the Effects of Different Treatment Techniques on Myofascial Trigger Points in Patients With Temporomandibular Dysfunction (TMD)

Prospective Investigation of the Effects of Different Treatment Techniques on Myofascial Trigger Points in Patients With Temporomandibular Dysfunction (TMD)

In the literature, there are no studies comparing the use of occlusal splint and Low Level Laser (LLL) in the treatment of Temporomandibular Disfunction (TMD) and including Ultrasonography (USG) in these parameters. In this study, it is aimed to contribute to the literature in terms of determining which treatment method is more effective by evaluating the changes in the needles muscles with the use of occlusal splints and LLL with USG and other parameters in certain periods, as well as evaluating which parameters are more effective.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients over the age of 18 who apply with Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) problems
• Patients with pain in the joint and chewing muscle area

Exclusion Criteria:

• Syndromic patients
• Patients under the age of 18
• Patients with a history of orthognathic surgery
• Pregnants
• Antidepressant Users
• Patients Using Removable Dentures
• Patients who have had joint treatment in the past six months