Advanced maxillofacial imaging for temporomandibular disorder in special needs patients. (3rd May 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Chompunud Na Ayudhya, Chalatip; Granquist, Eric J.; Mupparapu, Mel; Sollecito, Thomas P.; Stoopler, Eric T.
• Is Part Of: Special care in dentistry. Volume 38:Number 3(2018)
• Page Start: 150
• Page End: 154
• Publication Date: 2018-05-03
• Subjects: advanced imaging -- MRI -- CT -- temporomandibular joint -- special needs; People with disabilities -- Dental care -- Periodicals; Older people -- Dental care -- Periodicals; Hospital dental service -- Periodicals; Dental Care for Disabled -- Periodicals; Dental Service, Hospital -- Periodicals; Geriatric Dentistry -- Periodicals; 617.60087
• DOI: 10.1111/scd.12289
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0275-1879

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is prevalent in special needs patients. Clinical examination of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) complex and imaging in this patient population can be challenging due to patient disposition and cooperation. We report a case of a 29‐year‐old male with neurologic and behavioral special needs who required advanced maxillofacial imaging for a suspected TMD under general anesthesia, which has not been reported previously. This article intends to serve as a resource for health care providers who may encounter similar clinical situations.