Clinical Relevance Of RDC Diagnostic Tool In Current Clinical Environment: Temporomandibular Disorder Study - A Point Pandect

Temporomandibular Disorders(TMD) are associated with the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) that can cause pain in the joint and in the muscles that control jaw movement. Patient evaluation, with various imaging modalities, as adjuvant, may help to interpret a patient's stage of TMD, aiding in diagnosis and treatment planning. Only a small percentage of afflicted individuals , affected with TMD, seek treatment, while up to 25% of the population may experience symptoms. Owing to the diverse nature of TMD symptoms, physical examination along with various imaging modalities are often essential for patient evaluation.As result, TMD identification may involve any combination of the following modalities: a thorough history, physical examination, plain and panoramic radiography, arthrography, conventional and computed tomography (CT), MRI.