Disfunção temporomandibular em pacientes com estresse pós-traumático: uso de canabidiol como forma terapêutica.

Abstract

Post-traumatic stress disorder is a disabling condition that can develop after exposure to or witnessing a traumatic event. Evidence shows the coexistence of post-traumatic stress disorder and chronic pain conditions such as temporomandibular dysfunction. This study aimed to review the literature to describe the coexistence relationship between post-traumatic stress disorder and temporomandibular dysfunction, gathering and evaluating the methodological quality of studies investigating the effects of TMD on pain reduction and improvement in range of motion. This way, it will be possible to highlight how dentists can address this disorder in patient care, enhancing recovery and self-esteem. TMJ is an extremely complex and multifactorial disorder. Studies suggest that the TMJ disorder is associated with stress, and can not be triggered in isolation. Research within the subject also indicates that new treatments are under development for effective treatment for each and specific scenario involving the disorder.