Utilização do laser de baixa potência em pacientes usuários de próteses dentárias com disfunção temporomandibular - Revisão da Literatura.

Abstract

Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD) is a musculoskeletal disorder that affects the temporomandibular joint, responsible for jaw movements. It is considered the main cause of pain in the orofacial region, without involvement of the tooth itself. This symptom is the main search for treatment, which encompasses a large number of resources, including drug administration, psychotherapy, electrotherapy, laser therapy, among others. As a result of the disharmony of the stomatognathic system, problems in our chewing, swallowing and phonation can evolve and develop this disorder. The patient may experience pain in the masticatory muscles, temporomandibular joints (TMJ), feel uncomfortable during mouth opening and even crackles and crackles. Many patients who wear dentures may also experience problems related to TMD. Low power laser is a form of therapy that uses beams of light with reduced intensity to stimulate biological processes, biostimulating the tissues, which can promote healing. It has been widely used in several areas of dentistry, including the treatment of TMD in patients with dentures. Laser therapy can provide several benefits, including: pain relief, reduced inflammation, improved local blood circulation and relaxation of the jaw muscles. The laser is applied directly to the affected area, and its light penetrates the tissues, stimulating cells and promoting regeneration. Low power laser therapy is considered to be a non-invasive and painless procedure. It is important that the therapy is performed by a professional trained and experienced in the use of the laser. The objective of this narrative review is to carry out a bibliographic survey on the use of laser in the treatment of TMD in patients using dental prostheses.