What is condylar remodeling?

What is condylar remodeling?

Condylar remodeling is a physiologic process that aims to adapt the structure of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) to meet the functional demands. It is based on an interaction between the mechanical forces sustained by the TMJ and the adaptative capacities of the condyle.

What is jaw condyle?

Condyle. The most superior part of the mandible, the condyle presents an articular surface for articulation with the articular disk of the temporomandibular joint; it is convex from before backward and from side to side, and extends farther on the posterior than on the anterior surface.

What is condylar spurring?

Spurring was defined as an overgrowth of bone over the lateral aspect of the lateral condyle resulting in an irregularity of the metaphyseal flare. The magnitude of the spurring was classified by measuring the increase in maximum interepicondylar width of the distal humerus on the latest follow-up radiograph.

Does TMJ cause condylar resorption?

Condylar resorption (CR) is a common sequela of some temporomandibular joint (TMJ) abnormalities. CR can result in jaw deformities and dysfunction, malocclusion, pain, headaches, and airway obstruction.

What causes condylar resorption?

Systemic connective tissue or autoimmune diseases that can cause condylar resorption include rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, scleroderma, systemic lupus erythematosus, Sjögren syndrome, ankylosing spondylitis, and others. ICR is a specific disease entity different from these other disease processes.

How do you test for TMJ dysfunction?

If your doctor or dentist suspects a problem, you may need:

1. Dental X-rays to examine your teeth and jaw.
2. CT scan to provide detailed images of the bones involved in the joint.
3. MRI to reveal problems with the joint’s disk or surrounding soft tissue.

What causes TMJ clicking?

Clicking Sounds — Some people with TMD hear a clicking, popping or grating sound coming from the TMJ when opening or closing the mouth. This is usually caused by a shifting of the disk inside the joint. Someone standing next to you might even be able to hear it.

What is condylar sclerosis?

Subchondral sclerosis is a thickening of bone that happens in joints affected by osteoarthritis. If you’ve been diagnosed with osteoarthritis or have early symptoms of osteoarthritis, your doctor may mention subchondral sclerosis as one sign of the disease.

How do I know if I have idiopathic condylar resorption?

The signs of condylar resorption are: Facial imbalance (receding chin), Smaller airway (snoring, apnea) and. Bite disturbances (anterior open bite, posterior tooth wear and muscle pain).

How do you stop condylar resorption?

Anti-inflammatory medication can be used to slow the resorption process. Arthrocentesis, and arthroscopic surgery are also sometimes used to treat disc displacement and other symptoms. The condition can only be fully addressed with total removal of the diseased condyles.