Management of Temporomandibular Disorders and Occlusion, 7th Edition

Key Features

• Provides thorough coverage of physical examination of the masticatory system, as an invaluable aid for diagnosis.
• Includes diagnostic algorithms for various classes of disorders, as a handy reference for sorting through signs and symptoms of key functional disorders.
• Depicts treatment principles visually with case examples for each major treatment chapter.
• Presents a comprehensive discussion of the etiology of temporomandibular disorders, providing background on the causes of chronic orofacial pain.
• Includes updated references and suggested readings for further research and study.
• Discusses specific treatment techniques based on the author’s expertise in the field.

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New to This Edition

• Includes many updated photos and line drawings to showcase techniques.
• Adds a new section on the use of botulinum toxin to treat chronic pain.
• Expands discussion of the use of local anesthetic blocks for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.

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Author Information

By Jeffrey P. Okeson, DMD, Professor, Director of the Orofacial Pain Center, Director of the Division of Masticatory Function, Department of Oral Health Practice, University of Kentucky College of Dentistry, Lexington, KYBack To Top