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2019 Oct


J Dent Anesth Pain Med


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Comparative evaluation of low-level laser therapy and ultrasound heat therapy in reducing temporomandibular joint disorder pain.

Authors

Khairnar S, Bhate K, S N S K, Kshirsagar K, Jagtap B, Kakodkar P
J Dent Anesth Pain Med. 2019 Oct; 19(5):289-294.
PMID: 31723669.

Abstract

Pain, limitations in opening, asymmetrical jaw movements, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) sounds are the most common findings in temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs), which causes excruciating pain, inflammation of the surrounding muscles, posterior fibers, and synovial fluid. This study aimed to evaluate and compare the effects of ultrasound heat therapy and low-level laser therapy (LLLT) in reducing TMD-related pain.