Treatment Principles of Temporomandibular Arthrosis and 3 Cases of Temporomandibular Arthrosis V Type

Abstract

We now report about treatment principles of temporomandibular arthrosis and 3 cases of temporomandibular arthrosis V type. Variable treatment of temporomandibular arthrosis was performed on 85 cases.
(1) Symptomatic treatment was performed on 26 cases.
(2) Treatment of the tooth (teeth) considered to be involved in the symptom and/or prevention of its recurrence was performed in 20 cases.
(3) Reversible occlusal treatment was performed on 32 cases.
(4) Nonreversible occlusal treatment was performed on 26 cases.
As to therapy results, 64 out of 85 cases showed a favorable course, while 21 cases are still under observation. Moreover the 3 cases who were diagnosed as temporomandibular arthrosis V patients and received chemotherapy as well as psychotherapy are showing a good course.
We are looking for an improvement in therapeutic results based on a firm establishment of rapport.