Masticatory hypertrophy M62.8

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Activity hypertrophy of the masticatory muscles in case of overstrain due to malposition of the dentition.

Clinical features
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Unilateral or bilateral swelling temporally or above the mandibles. Feeling of tension or fatigue.

Therapy
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Correction of the misalignment. Conservative treatment of the malocclusion by orthodontists or operative rehabilitation by oral-jaw-facial surgeons.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020