The effects of botulinum toxin A injection on the lateral pterygoid muscle in patients with a painful temporomandibular joint click: a randomized clinical trial study

Abstract Background Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is the main cause of non-dental pain in orofacial area. The most common symptoms of TMD are joint pain, joint sound and limitation of jaw function. Botulinum toxin (BTX) injection is considered a potential treatment for TMD due to its pain-relievi...

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Main Authors: Fahimeh Rezazadeh, Negin Esnaashari, Azita Azad, Sara Emad
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-05-01
Series:BMC Oral Health
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12903-022-02220-3