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The effect of neuromuscular training on an edentulous patient with unstable mandibular position and uncoordinated mandibular movements: a clinical report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: BACKGROUND: The edentulous patients with unstable mandibular position (MP) and uncoordinated mandibular movement (MM) usually complain the poor therapeutic effect when conventional complete dentures (CCDs) are delivered. This case report aims to observe whether neuromuscular training (NT) using therapeutic complete dentures (TCDs) can improve the MP and MM, thereby promoting the effect of the definitive dentures. CASE PRESENTATION: NT was conducted using TCDs for an edentulous patient with unstable MP and uncoordinated MM. After a period of masticatory exercises, the patient's MP and MM improved. Finally, the definitive dentures were delivered, achieving satisfactory results. CONCLUSION: NT with TCDs can improve unstable MP and uncoordinated MM, leading to successful rehabilitation in edentulous patient.

Source: BMC Oral Health

DOI: 10.1186/s12903-025-05952-0

Authors: Hong Zhang, Shuying Hu, Yue Li, Xiaojing Yang, Mei Rui, Xiaoping Luo

Institution: Nanjing University

Language: English

Topic: Temporomandibular Joint Disorders

Subfield: Complementary and Manual Therapy

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,190