The Detection and Management of Temporomandibular Disorders in Primary Dental Care
COURSE NUMBER: 395
Credit Hours:
2 Hour(s)
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This course provides information about Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD), suggested patient history questions, clinical examination criteria, and methods of treatment and how to help patients self-manage their TMD pain and symptoms under th...
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Overview
This course provides information about Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD), suggested patient history questions, clinical examination criteria, and methods of treatment and how to help patients self-manage their TMD pain and symptoms under the guidance of the dental professional.
Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) are a set of common musculoskeletal conditions of the masticatory system for which 3.6 to 7.0% of the general population desire treatment.1 Females in their childbearing years are more likely to seek treatment for TMD symptoms.2 Some patients with TMD may only have a single episode, while others may experience TMD with recurring episodes. For a significant minority of individuals, TMD is chronic and persistent. This course provides dentists and dental hygienists with information about TMD, suggested patient history questions, clinical examination criteria, methods of treatment, and methods for helping patients self-manage their TMD pain and symptoms under the guidance of the dental professional.
Over the years this condition has been known by many names, including temporomandibular joint (TMJ), TMJ syndrome, craniofacial pain and others. The most commonly accepted name is TMD. Regardless of the name, there is scientific agreement that muscle disorders are more prevalent than joint disorders in chronic and persistent cases.1
Intended Audience:
Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Hygienists, Dental Students, Dentists
Date Course Online:
Sep 6, 2012
Last Revision Date:
May 15, 2016
Course Expiration Date:
May 14, 2019
Cost:
Free
Method:
Self-instructional
AGD Subject Code(s):
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:
- Assess patients for potential TMD risk factors.
- Conduct a brief clinical examination for TMD.
- Apply clinical examination findings to determine patient’s TMD diagnoses.
- List the most commonly used physical, medication and behavioral treatment modalities for TMD.
- Implement a TMD treatment protocol, including TMD self-management strategies.
Disclaimers
Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice. Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy. Note: Registration is required to take test.
Submission Information
Recognition
Approved PACE Program Provider
THE PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY
Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.
Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.
8/1/2021 to 7/31/2027
Provider ID# 211886
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