Overview

Covering both emerging and proven techniques in this dynamic area of oral health, Management of Temporomandibular Disorders and Occlusion, 8th Edition is the only textbook that guides you from basic anatomy and function to providing solutions to many common occlusal and TMD problems. Clear descriptions and a new full-color design promote a complete understanding of normal, abnormal, and dysfunctional occlusal relationships and masticatory function and dysfunction. A recognized industry-standard, this book's conservative, cost-effective approach, helps you learn how to achieve treatment goals while keeping the best interests of your patients in mind. Globally recognize TMD expert author Jeff Okeson details the most current and effective solutions around. Evidence-Based Practice focus helps you to put the information and techniques in this book into practice to better the lives and relieve the suffering of your patients. Logical organization of content includes functional anatomy, etiology and identification of disturbances, treatment of disturbances, and occlusal therapy. Full-color design provides more vivid clinical photos and illustrations. Robust Art Program allows you to fully understand normal occlusion and masticatory function and learn to recognize and help manage abnormalities in these areas. Clinical Comment boxes give you critical thinking points and instructions on how to apply these to everyday clinical practice. NEW! Updated content includes enhanced research evidence. NEW! Clinical Photo Updates in Examination Chapter differentiate and strengthen images from the current edition. NEW! Addition of Expert Consult Site furthers your understanding of treatment goals and outcomes.

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Author:   Jeffrey P. Okeson
Publisher:   Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Imprint:   Mosby
Edition:   8th Revised edition
ISBN:  

9780323582100

ISBN 10:   0323582109
Pages:   512
Publication Date:   12 April 2019
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock  
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Table of Contents

Part I: Functional Anatomy 1. Functional Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Masticatory System 2. Functional Neuroanatomy and Physiology of the Masticatory System 3. Alignment and Occlusion of the Dentition 4. Mechanics of Mandibular Movement 5. Criteria for Optimal Functional Occlusion 6. Determinants of Occlusal Morphology Part II: Etiology Considerations of Temporomandibular Disorders 7. Etiology of Functional Disturbances in the Masticatory System 8. Signs and Symptoms of Temporomandibular Disorders 9. History of and Examination for Temporomandibular Disorders 10. Diagnosis of Temporomandibular Disorders Part III: Treatment of Functional Disturbances of the Masticatory System 11. General Considerations in the Treatment of Temporomandibular Disorders 12. Treatment of Masticatory Muscle Disorders 13. Treatment of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders 14. Treatment of Chronic Mandibular Hypomobility and Growth Disorders 15. Occlusal Appliance Therapy 16. Treatment Sequencing and Diagnostic Algorithms Part IV: Occlusal Therapy 17. General Considerations in Occlusal Therapy 18. Use of Articulators in Occlusal Therapy 19. Selective Grinding 20. Restorative Considerations in Occlusal Therapy

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