%0 Journal Article
%T Management of myofascial pain dysfunction syndrome
%A Priyanka Prakash
%A Rath SK
%A Mukherjee M
%J Indian Journal of Dental Advancements
%D 2012
%I National Academy of Dentistry
%X Myofascial pain dysfunction syndrome is a painful condition arising from trigger points in a muscle that occur due to the facial muscles going into spasm. There are numerous precipitating factors that could lead to the causation of myofascial pain dysfunction syndrome and if undiagnosed or left untreated could lead to chronic pain and loss of function. The aim of this case report is to highlight the management of the symptoms of myofascial pain dysfunction syndrome and to regain and maintain normal function with as much independence as possible. The treatment plan included the construction of a relaxation splint with an aim of disoccluding the posterior teeth. A flat plane appliance for arch stabilization was constructed over the maxillary anterior teeth. The relaxation appliance fabricated for the patient in this case helped in reducing the activity of masticatory muscles and reduce parafunctional habits.
%K MPDS
%K Trigger zones
%U http://www.rep.nacd.in/ijda/pdf/4.1.779.pdf