The purpose of this review was to present a comprehensive review of the scientific evidence
available in the literature regarding the effect of altering the occlusal vertical dimens‐ion …

Several electronic instruments have been developed as adjuncts to objectively record the
dysfunctional features of temporomandibular disorders and to study the effectiveness of …

The extent of separation between the maxillary and mandibular teeth in the fabrication of
interocclusal splints designed to achieve efficiency and muscle relaxation is controversial …

How to ensure dental stability in new positions and reduce the likelihood of relapse is a
major clinical concern in the orthodontic field. Occlusal contacts between arches may affect …

Objective: To assess the immediate effects of temporary bite-raising using light-cured
orthodontic band cement on the superficial masseter and anterior temporalis …

Conventional methods for measuring mandibular movement are expensive and require
headgear and a marker attached to the mandibular incisors. These make assessment of …

There are limited studies about the effects of occlusal appliance (OA) after three months of
use. This study aimed to compare myofascial pain (MP) according to RDC/TMD …

Whether orthodontic treatment can change the preferred chewing side (PCS) is unknown.
This study examined (1) if the PCS changes after orthodontic treatment and (2) which factors …

Previous studies have demonstrated that functional plasticity in the primary motor cortex
(M1) is related to motor-skill learning and changes in the environment. Increased occlusal …

Objective: To investigate the effects of an experimentally-induced increase in the occlusal
vertical dimension (iOVD) on the functional characteristics of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) …