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Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome

Related Terms

  • TMJ Dysfunction
  • TMJ Syndrome

Differential Diagnoses

Specialists

  • Clinical Psychologist
  • Dentist
  • Oral / Maxillofacial Surgeon
  • Otolaryngologist

Comorbid Conditions

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Factors Influencing Duration

Factors that might influence the length of disability include joint or cartilage damage.

Medical Codes

ICD-9-CM:
524.52 - Dentofacial Functional Abnormalities; Limited Mandibular Range of Motion
524.53 - Dentofacial Functional Abnormalities; Deviation in Opening and Closing of the Mandible
524.6 - Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
524.60 - Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Syndrome, Unspecified
524.62 - Arthralgia of Temporomandibular Joint
524.64 - Dentofacial Anomalies, Including Malocclusion, Temporomandibular Joint Sounds on Opening and/or Closing the Jaw
524.69 - Specified Temporomandibular Joint Disorders, Other

Failure to Recover

If an individual fails to recover within the expected maximum duration period, the reader may wish to consider the following questions to better understand the specifics of an individual's medical case.

Regarding diagnosis:

  • Has diagnosis of TMJ syndrome been confirmed?
  • Have other conditions with similar symptoms been ruled out?
  • Does individual have a coexisting condition that may impact recovery?

Regarding treatment:

  • Is individual refraining from gum chewing?
  • Is individual using a mouthguard at night?
  • Has appropriate medication been provided?
  • Has medication been effective in relieving symptoms?
  • Is individual under continued psychological stress?
  • Is individual receiving instruction in stress-reduction techniques?

Regarding prognosis:

  • Do symptoms persist despite treatment?
  • Would individual benefit from consultation with a specialist (dentist, oral surgeon, otorhinolaryngologist)?
  • Is stress a contributing factor to the pain?
  • Is individual under continued psychological stress?
  • Is individual receiving instruction in stress-reduction techniques?
  • Would individual benefit from physical therapy?

Source: Medical Disability Advisor


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