Impact of Orthodontic Treatment on the Temporomandibular Joints (TMJ) Assessed by Modjaw

Impact of Orthodontic Treatment on the Temporomandibular Joints (TMJ) Assessed by Modjaw in Adults

The aim of the study is to assess the correlation between orthodontic treatment and temporomandibular joint (TMJ). For that, an evaluation with a virtual articulator (Modjaw) is carried out before and after the treatment. The condylar course are compared. Furthermore, the eventual TMJ symptoms are also compared before and after.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Major patient (≥18 years)
• First dentofacial orthopedic consultation at the dental clinic of Montpellier
• Patient requiring multi-attachment orthodontic treatment (vestibular or lingual) for a duration ≤2 years
• Signed informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Syndromic patient
• Orthodontic treatment with aligners
• General joint or bone pathology
• Patients with oral hygiene incompatible with orthodontic treatment