Noun
Initialism of temporomandibular joint dysfunction.
(rail transport, UK) Initialism of traction maintenance depot.
Source: en.wiktionary.orgAbnormalities of occlusion (problems with the bite) are often blamed for TMD but there is no evidence that these factors are involved. Source: Internet
About 20% to 30% of the adult population are affected to some degree. citation Usually people affected by TMD are between 20 and 40 years of age, and it is more common in females than males. Source: Internet
A "middle ground" view of these techniques is that occlusal adjustment in most cases of TMD is neither desirable nor helpful as a first line treatment, and furthermore, with few exceptions, any adjustments should be reversible. Source: Internet
Although occlusal features may affect observed electrical activity in masticatory muscles, citation there are no statistically significant differences in the number of occlusal abnormalities in people with TMD and in people without TMD. Source: Internet
A systematic review investigating all the scientific studies carried out on occlusal adjustments in TMD concluded the following: "There is an absence of evidence of effectiveness for occlusal adjustment. Source: Internet
Based on the lack of data, orthodontic treatment cannot be recommended for the treatment or prevention of TMD." Source: Internet