THE IMPACT OF MASSETER MUSCLE DYSFUNCTION ON ORAL REHABILITATION: CHALLENGES AND TREATMENT STRATEGIES

• Published in: Romanian Journal of Oral Rehabilitation Vol. 16; no. 2; pp. 611 - 619
• Main Authors: Gabi Topor, Ana Magdalena Bratu, Iulian Catalin Bratu, Olimpia Dumitriu-Buzia, Patru Radu Stanciu, Dragos Stanciu, Nicolae Sarbu, Mariana Ilie, Silvia Nica, Norina Consuela Forna, Raluca Uleanu, Iulia Alecsandra Salcianu
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Romanian Society of Oral Rehabilitation 01-06-2024
• Subjects: bruxism; masseter muscle dysfunction; medication; oral rehabilitation; surgical options
• ISSN: 2066-7000; 2601-4661
• DOI: 10.6261/RJOR.2024.2.16.56

Dysfunctions of the masseter muscles represent a significant challenge in the field of oral rehabilitation, negatively influencing the success of prosthetic, orthodontic, and surgical treatments. This review explores the impact of these dysfunctions on various aspects of oral rehabilitation, identifying the main challenges and providing effective treatment strategies. Initially, the anatomy and function of masseter muscles are discussed, followed by an analysis of common types of dysfunction and their causes. The review then details the complications encountered in the oral rehabilitation process due to masseter dysfunctions, highlighting difficulties in diagnosis and planning. Various treatment strategies are presented, including conservative methods, drug interventions, and surgical options, emphasizing the importance of an interdisciplinary approach. By including case studies, the practical applications and outcomes of proposed treatments are illustrated. In conclusion, the article emphasizes the need for early diagnosis and adequate treatment to ensure the long-term success of oral rehabilitation in the presence of dysfunctions of the masseter muscles.