Electromyographic Analysis of the Masseter and Temporalis Muscles and Bite Force in a Patient Treated by Functional Maxillary Orthopedics: A Case Report
Abstract:This case report evaluated electromyographic activity of the masseter and temporalis muscles and molar bite force, before and after with functional orthopedic. A 65 years woman presenting with orofacial pain symptoms, cervical tension, condyle subluxation and osteoarthrosis. The patient was diagnosed with temporomandibular dysfunction and treated with use of a Simões Network 9 modified type functional maxillary orthopedics appliance. The Myosystem BR1 apparatus was used to analyze the electromyographic activit… Show more
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