Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction in Sjögren's Syndrome

Pamukkale University27 enrolled

Overview

Study Purpose The purpose of this observational study is to determine the prevalence of temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD) in individuals diagnosed with Sjögren's syndrome and to examine the relationship between disease activity and TMD. The main question to be answered is: Is TMD more common in individuals with Sjögren's syndrome, and is there a relationship between disease activity and TMD? Method Participants diagnosed with Sjögren's syndrome will be evaluated. The prevalence and severity of TMD will be examined along with mouth opening, head posture, and oral health parameters.

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Enrollment

Conditions

Sjogren Syndrome

Interventions

Temporomandibular Joint FunctionDIAGNOSTIC_TEST

Temporomandibular joint function and predictive parameters in patients with primary Sjögren Syndrome (pSS)

Eligibility

Sex: FEMALEMin age: 18 YearsMax age: 65 Years

Medical Language ↔ Plain English

-Inclusion Criteria Individuals between 18 and 65 years of age. Must have a confirmed diagnosis of Sjögren's Syndrome. Must possess the mental capacity and education to understand the significance of the research. Must be volunteers willing to participate in the study. -Exclusion Criteria Incomplete questionnaires/scales. History of orthodontic treatment within the last six months. Presence of neurological or cognitive deficit. Patients with a history of pathology related to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and associated structures prior to the diagnosis of Sjögren's Syndrome.

Locations (1)

Pamukkale University

Pamukkale, Denizli, Turkey (Türkiye)

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Fonseca Anamnestic Index (FAI)

Assesses the severity of TMD. As the score increases, the TMD severity (none, mild, moderate, severe) worsens. (0-15: None, 20-45: Mild, 50-65: Moderate, 70-100: Severe)