Pharmacologic Treatment for Temporomandibular Disorders

Dent Clin North Am. 2016 Apr;60(2):367-79. doi: 10.1016/j.cden.2015.11.012.

Abstract

Pharmacologic agents play an integral role in the overall management of temporomandibular joint disorder. The general dentist should be familiar with the different classes of drugs currently in use for dealing with this often complex medical/dental problem.

Keywords: Pain; Pharmacologic treatment; Temporomandibular disorders.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Pharmaceutical Preparations, Dental / therapeutic use*
  • Temporomandibular Joint Disorders / drug therapy*

Substances

  • Pharmaceutical Preparations, Dental