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A Discussion Regarding TREATMENT OBJECTIVES IN TMD MANAGEMENT Treatment objectives in TMD management are seldom discussed. Although not openly acknowledged, the prevailing paradigm in TMD treatment is no more than symptom management. More definitive treatment objectives are available and can offer an alternative to the chronic exacerbations for which TMDs are known. Understanding these distinctions offers the possibility for the treating individual to truly become a "physician of the masticatory system".

A Discussion Regarding INTERDISCIPLINARY MANAGEMENT OF TMDS This paper discusses the value in integrating physical medicine with occlusal appliance therapy in the comprehensive management of TMDs.

A Discussion Regarding HEADACHE SYMPTOMS IN A TMD HISTORY Headache is one of the most frequently reported symptoms by TMD patients. This paper discusses how to distinguish TMD headaches from many other types that may have a different origin.

A Discussion Regarding IMAGING OF THE TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINTS Many options are currently available for imaging the temporomandibular joints. Each has advantages and shortcomings. This paper discusses when and how imaging should be considered to enhance TMD diagnosis. It offers guidelines for selecting the correct imaging technique, based on the desired diagnostic information

A Discussion Regarding OCCLUSAL APPLIANCE THERAPY IN TMD MANAGEMENT Occlusal appliance therapy is ubiquitous in the management of TMDs. This paper discusses why "Splints" work and why they may not.

A Discussion Regarding DIZZINESS Its Relationship to TMD Management The TMD clinician commonly encounters patients who have been the victim of head trauma, which is a common cause of chronic dizziness. Even mild chronic dizziness can have profound implications in the prognosis of a TMD patient. This paper discusses these implications.

A Discussion Regarding TMD CAUSATION Consideration of a Multi-Factorial Model Perhaps the most contentious discussion of the complex issues related to Temporomandibular Disorders is that involving causation (etiology). This paper discussed that issue based on the most current thinking.