Low Level Laser and Occlusal Splint
Conditions
Keywords
Low Level Laser, Occlusal Splint, Temporomandibular Disfunction
Brief summary
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.
Interventions
DEVICELow Level Laser Therapy
Low Level Laser Therapy
Occlusal Splint Treatment
Sponsors
Istanbul University
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
No
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
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Joint Pain Scale | 2 years | Research Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders (RDC/TMD) form will be used in our study |
Countries
Turkey (Türkiye)
Outcome results
None listed