In the literature, there are no studies comparing the use of occlusal splint and Low Level Laser (LLL) in the treatment of Temporomandibular Disfunction (TMD) and including Ultrasonography (USG) in these parameters. In this study, it is aimed to contribute to the literature in terms of determining which treatment method is more effective by evaluating the changes in the needles muscles with the use of occlusal splints and LLL with USG and other parameters in certain periods, as well as evaluating which parameters are more effective.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
40
Low Level Laser Therapy
Occlusal Splint Treatment
Istanbul University, Dentistry Faculty
Istanbul, Fatih, Turkey (Türkiye)
Joint Pain Scale
Research Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders (RDC/TMD) form will be used in our study
Time frame: 2 years
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