Method for defining indications for osteopathic treatment of patients with dentoalveolar a nomaliesand temporomandibular joint dysfunction

Abstract

   A method for determining the need for osteopathic treatment in patients with dentoalveolar anomalies and temporomandibular disorders was proposed. We proposed two tests. The first one considers the angle of extension in habitual occlusion while the patient looks down first, and then determines the angle of extension of the neck with an open mouth while the patient looks up. The second one determines the maximum amplitude of the patient's mouth opening in the usual position of the head and neck. Our method identifies the need for complex dental and osteopathic treatment in patients with dentoalveolar anomalies as well as temporomandibular disorders and allows prevention of the development of complications associated with the lack of osteopathic treatment.