Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome

Clenching Syndrome - Information about clenching teeth.
http://www.clenchingsyndrome.com

Animated MRI of the Temporomandibular Joint - 8 MRI's with case reports, animated to show the particular problem.
http://www.quintpub.com/tmj_animations.html

Protocol for the Management of Failed Alloplastic TMJ Disc Implants - The management of failed Proplast/Teflon, Silastic, and Christensen Fossa implants by removal, joint debridement, recountouring of the articulating surfaces, and placement of a temporalis muscle/fascia flap for joint lining including the outcome of this protocol.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=7562188

American Academy of Craniofacial Pain - General information about the disorder and its symptoms. Includes a referral area which tells the percentage of the doctor's practice that is devoted to TMJD patients.
http://www.aacfp.org/

The TMJ Association, Ltd. - Provides information to patients, health professionals and the public, and advocates for research and treatment.
http://www.tmj.org/

The International TMJ and Sleep Medicine Network - An online portal for individuals to find a doctor or dentist in their area that treat temporomandibular joint syndrome and other sleep disorders.
http://www.itsmn.com/

TMJ: Diet and Exercise Treatment - Covers nonsurgical treatment options. Reviews symptoms linked to the condition.
http://www.ctds.info/tmj.html

American Board of Orofacial Pain - Non-profit organization dedicated to facial pain and related disorders. Also provides a list of physicians.
http://abop.med-office.com/

TMJ and Facial Pain Center - Dr. Shankland offers some basic information about temporomandibular joint dysfunction, as well as promoting his book for sale.
http://www.drshankland.com

Long-term Rheumatological Findings Associated with Alloplastic Temporomandibular Joint Implants - To assess whether alloplastic implants were associated with rheumatological disorders, the study supported by a grant from Dow Corning Corporation, who made the implants.
http://iadr.confex.com/iadr/2004Hawaii/techprogram/abstract_47607.htm

Morphologic and Immunohistochemical Observation of Explanted Proplast-Teflon TMJ Implants - Evaluates the cellular tissue response to disc material by its changes and fragmentation.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=8531001

Ten Year Outcome of Nonsurgical Treatment for Internal Derangment of the TMJ with Closed Lock - 56 patients were treated nonsurgically and then evaluated at 10 years to determine if their pain, jaw dysfunction, and limiting of daily activities had improved. From PubMed. <small>(November 1, 2002)</small>
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=12424450

TMJ Talk - Patient hosted, moderated discussion board on aspects of this disorder.
http://p221.ezboard.com/btmjtalk

Clinical Significance of Temporomandibular Joint Abnormalities - Bilateral imaging that shows abnormalities in patients with and without pain.
http://www.urmc.rochester.edu/smd/Rad/TMJ/PLWTMJ.htm

MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: TMJ Disorders - Overview of disorders, the symptoms, treatment, causes, and prognosis.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001227.htm

Comparison of Two Temporomandibular Joint Prosthesis Systems - Compares the outcomes of two sets of patients.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=12796878

JJAMD, Inc - The Jaw Joints and Allied Musculo-Skeletal Disorders Foundation is a non-profit advocacy organization that focuses on prevention, awareness, education, and research.
http://tmjoints.org/

Temporomandibular.info - Information for patients and dentists.
http://www.temporomandibular.info

eMedicine Health: TMJ Overview - Explains the symptoms and treatment options.
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/Articles/14227-1.asp

Clinical Evaluation of Patients with Temporomandibular Joint Implants - A comparison of two groups of patients.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=12464999

TMJ Concepts/Techmedia Custom-Made Total Joint Prosthesis: A Five Year Follow Up - 42 consecutive patients had reconstruction using this prosthesis, and were followed for 5-8 years to determine the long term results.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=12767873

Craniofacial Pain Center - The Craniofacial Pain Center of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine is devoted to the diagnosis and management of temporomandibular disorders and chronic head, neck and facial pain. Find patient and professional information and educational programs.
http://www.orofacialpain.com

TMJ Surgery Chat - Message board for patients to discuss surgery and implants.
http://www.geocities.com/Vitaly4/Mypage.html

Myofascial Pain - Lists symptoms, treatment, medications and resources.
http://www.geocities.com/barmellin/myo.html

TMJ Chat - Offers a message board to discuss surgery and related problems.
http://www.eboards4all.com/360647/

TMJ Friends - Support for the disorder and its related ailments, composed by patients. Features include message board, weblog, doctor referral list, and patient stories.
http://www.tmjfriends.com

Physical Therapy Corner: The Temporomandibular Joint - Anatomy pictures, muscles, joint movement, symptom list, self care tips, and simple ergonomics and posture information.
http://www.nismat.org/ptcor/tmj/

FDA Consumer Information:TMJ Implants: An Informational Update - CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health) update regarding the FDA's role in monitoring these devices, the types of devices on the market and their status. <small>(April 1, 2001)</small>
http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/consumer/tmjupdate.html

TMJ Syndrome: The Overlooked Diagnosis - A book by Dr. Richard Goldman that is fully available online for free. Chapters include tooth grinding, ear symptoms, triggers, treatment, surgery, and costs.
http://www.headandneck.com/book/

Temporomandibular Joint Disc Replacement Made by Tissue-Engineered Growth of Cartilage - The new technique of tissue-engineered growth of cartilage for the replacement of discs and its effectiveness.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=7965312

American Society of Temporomandibular Joint Surgeons - Non-profit organization of maxillofacial, orthopedic, plastic/reconstructive and oral and maxillofacial surgical specialists dedicated to promoting education, research, and patient services concerning orthopedic disease of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Includes diagnosis and management guidelines, video clips and a membership list.
http://www.astmjs.org/

The American Pain Foundation: TMJ Disorders - A short overview of disorders including questions and answers.
http://www.painfoundation.org/page.asp?menu=1&item=3&file=documents/doc_043.htm

Self-Reported Systemic, Immune-Mediated Disorders in Patients with and without Proplast-Teflon Implants of the TMJ - Examines self-reported systemic and immune mediated disorders in patients with Proplast-Teflon TMJ implants by comparing them to a group who was not exposed to these alloplastic implants and to a group who has had these implants removed.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=10199486

Cranio-Mandibular Rehabilitation, Inc. - Provides in-home physical therapy to post-operativ cranio-facial patients in New York and New Jersey.
http://www.therapacer.com

Temporomandibular Joint Disorders: An Overview at Simple Steps to Better Dental Health - A detailed look at these disorders including the symptoms, causes, treatment, possible surgery and chat transcripts from experts.
http://www.simplestepsdental.com/SS/ihtSS/r.WSIHW000/st.28829/t.28829/pr.3.html

Long-Term Study of TMJ Surgery with Alloplastic Implants Compared with Nonimplant Surgery for Painful TMJ Disc Displacement - Long term study of 466 patients in 5 treatment groups to determine the outcome of Silastic, permanent Silastic, or Proplast implants to replace painful disc displacements compared to nonimplant surgery or nonsurgical modalities.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=12465000