The Role of Mouthguards in Preventing Temporomandibular Joint Injuries During Contact Sports: A Prospective Study

Objectives: Injuries to the maxillofacial region during contact sports is a well-known issue. Protective measures have been advised to prevent and reduce these problems. Awareness regarding the role of mouthguards in preventing temporomandibular joint (TMJ) injuries during contact sports, is limite...

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Published in:	Frontiers in Dentistry
Main Authors:	Ravalika Singarapu, Elavenil Panneerselvam, Sasikala Balasubramaniam, Komagan Prabhu Nakkeeran, Mrunalini Ramanathan, Krishnakumar Raja V B
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Tehran University of Medical Sciences 2023-05-01
Subjects:	Mouth Protectors Athletic Injuries Temporomandibular Joint
Online Access:	https://fid.tums.ac.ir/index.php/fid/article/view/3786

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