Evaluation and Management of the TMJ and Associated Muscles: A Physical Therapist’s Approach-Demo #3: Evaluation of Posterior Open Bite

Demo #3: Evaluation of Posterior Open Bite

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Video Summary

In this video, a dentist discusses the various factors that can cause a patient to be unable to fully occlude their back teeth together. The dentist explains that they will assess the patient's joint integrity, disc placement, and look for any bony changes that could be causing the issue by ordering a CBCT or MRI scan. If pain is present, joint inflammation or muscle tension is suspected. The dentist then demonstrates various tests to determine if the issue is related to the joint or muscle, including palpation and range of motion exercises. If muscle spasm is determined, treatment options such as ice therapy, range of motion exercises, trigger point release, and retraining movements are discussed.

Keywords

occlusion

CBCT scan

muscle tension

muscle spasm

treatment options