Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Breakthrough treatment for crippling jaw disease created

A first-ever tissue implant to safely treat a common jaw defect, known as temporomandibular joint dysfunction, has been successfully tested by UCI-led researchers in a large animal model, according to new findings.

Health

Popular cosmetic fix may threaten bone density

An off-label use of Botox has been found to be effective in relieving temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction syndrome and associated myofascial pain. But an oral radiologist at UConn Health is concerned that the short-term ...