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Diagnosis and Management of Temporomandibular Disorders

Lecture 1: Anatomy and Physiology of the TMJ At the completion of this lecture, participants will have a good understanding on the applied anatomy on the orofacial osseous, ligamentous and neuromuscular systems as they relate to the TMJ Lecture 2: Radiology of the TMJ Review the imaging anatomy of the temporomandibular joint Lecture 3: Clinical Examination of the TMJ Be familiar with physical and clinical examination of patients and TM disorders Be able to diagnose and manage myofascial pain At the completion of this lecture, participants will be able to confidently perform a basic evaluation of the TMJ and related orofacial musculature Lecture 4: Overview of TMJ disorders At the completion of this lecture, participants will have an understanding of the aetiology and nature of TMJ neuromuscular disorders Lecture 5: Review of the Radiographic Changes Associated with Abnormalities of the Temporomandibular Joint Review of the radiographic changes associated with abnormalities of the temporomandibular joint Lecture 6: Management of myofascial pain Knowledge of the different treatment options available and a protocol for the management of myofascial pain Lecture 7: The Conservative Management of TMD including the Use of Splints Learn about the conservative management of the TMDs including the use of splints – occlusal stabilisation splint (Dr Meer); mandibular repositioning splint (Dr Bakr) At the end of this lecture, participants will be able to select and adjust appropriate oral appliances for the management of TMD and sleep apnoea.

When
Saturday 26 October 2024
Where
Southport , QLD , AUS
Duration
Event Type
Lecture presentation

Course Information

Lecture 1: Anatomy and Physiology of the TMJ At the completion of this lecture, participants will have a good understanding on the applied anatomy on the orofacial osseous, ligamentous and neuromuscular systems as they relate to the TMJ Lecture 2: Radiology of the TMJ Review the imaging anatomy of the temporomandibular joint Lecture 3: Clinical Examination of the TMJ Be familiar with physical and clinical examination of patients and TM disorders Be able to diagnose and manage myofascial pain At the completion of this lecture, participants will be able to confidently perform a basic evaluation of the TMJ and related orofacial musculature Lecture 4: Overview of TMJ disorders At the completion of this lecture, participants will have an understanding of the aetiology and nature of TMJ neuromuscular disorders Lecture 5: Review of the Radiographic Changes Associated with Abnormalities of the Temporomandibular Joint Review of the radiographic changes associated with abnormalities of the temporomandibular joint Lecture 6: Management of myofascial pain Knowledge of the different treatment options available and a protocol for the management of myofascial pain Lecture 7: The Conservative Management of TMD including the Use of Splints Learn about the conservative management of the TMDs including the use of splints – occlusal stabilisation splint (Dr Meer); mandibular repositioning splint (Dr Bakr) At the end of this lecture, participants will be able to select and adjust appropriate oral appliances for the management of TMD and sleep apnoea.