Abstract
Balancing-side contact patterns and temporomandibular joint sounds were evaluated in 430 young adults. Correlational analysis revealed that there was a highly significant positive correlation between the absence of balancing-side contacts and an increasing prevalence of joint sounds with age (r = 0.975). These data support the hypothesis that certain types of balancing-side contacts may be protective of the temporomandibular joint.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 251-256 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Journal of craniomandibular disorders : facial & oral pain |
Volume | 4 |
Issue number | 4 |
Publication status | Published - 1990 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Medicine(all)