Aim of the study was to compare the efficacy of internal versus external photobiomodulation (PBM) in the management of patients with TMJ internal derangements (TMJ-ID).
Painful click at temporomandibular joint (TMJ) area.
Pain at the lateral pterygoid muscle.
Presence of full or nearly full complement of natural teeth with acceptable occlusion
Patients who have radiographic evidence of degenerative conditions of TMJ.
Patients under current dental or physical therapy that could affect TMD.
History of recent trauma.
The presence of systemic diseases (i.e. rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis).
Nourhan M.Aly
Lead sponsor
University of Alexandria
Sponsor institution