Quality of Life in Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction

Investigation of the Relationship of Individual, Physical and Psychosocial Characteristics With Quality of Life in Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction

It is planned to examine the relationship between quality of life in patients with temporomandibular joint dysfunction and the patient's individual, physical and psychosocial characteristics.

A recent study showed that individuals with TMD have a lower quality of life than healthy controls. In addition, it was determined in the study that investigating the quality of life is insufficient. Future studies should search for psychosocial aspects related to TMD. The aim of this study is to individual the physical and psychosocial characteristics of individuals with Axis I TMD and examine their relationship with quality of life.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Being between the ages of 18-65,
• Being in group I according to RDC/TMD Axis I,

Exclusion Criteria:

• Any treatment for temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) in the last six months
• Having dental problems
• Having any disorder and/or disease involving structures and/or masticatory muscles associated with TMD
• Having a history of trauma in the head and neck region,
• Having previously undergone temporomandibular joint surgery,
• Using corticosteroid and anticonvulsant drugs
• Patients who have received physiotherapy and rehabilitation related to the temporomandibular joint in the last six months