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{{Infobox medical condition
| name                    = Occlusal trauma
| image                  = [[File:Periodontalboneloss.JPG|250px]]
| caption                = Periodontal bone loss associated with occlusal trauma
| field                  = [[Dentistry]]
| synonyms                =
| symptoms                = [[Tooth mobility]], [[tooth pain]], [[tooth wear]], [[periodontal disease]]
| complications          = [[Tooth loss]], [[periodontal bone loss]]
| onset                  =
| duration                =
| types                  = [[Primary occlusal trauma]], [[Secondary occlusal trauma]]
| causes                  = [[Malocclusion]], [[bruxism]], [[dental restorations]]
| risks                  =
| diagnosis              = [[Clinical examination]], [[dental radiographs]]
| differential            = [[Periodontitis]], [[pulpitis]]
| prevention              = [[Occlusal adjustment]], [[night guard]]
| treatment              = [[Occlusal adjustment]], [[orthodontic treatment]], [[restorative dentistry]]
| medication              = [[Analgesics]], [[anti-inflammatory drugs]]
| prognosis              =
| frequency              =
| deaths                  =
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{{Short description|An article about occlusal trauma in dentistry}}
{{Short description|An article about occlusal trauma in dentistry}}
== Occlusal Trauma ==
[[File:Periodontalboneloss.JPG|thumb|right|Periodontal bone loss associated with occlusal trauma]]
'''Occlusal trauma''' refers to injury to the [[periodontium]] resulting from excessive [[occlusal force]]s. It is a significant factor in the progression of periodontal disease and can lead to [[tooth mobility]], [[tooth migration]], and [[periodontal bone loss]].
'''Occlusal trauma''' refers to injury to the [[periodontium]] resulting from excessive [[occlusal force]]s. It is a significant factor in the progression of periodontal disease and can lead to [[tooth mobility]], [[tooth migration]], and [[periodontal bone loss]].
== Types of Occlusal Trauma ==
== Types of Occlusal Trauma ==
Occlusal trauma can be classified into two main types:
Occlusal trauma can be classified into two main types:
=== Primary Occlusal Trauma ===
=== Primary Occlusal Trauma ===
Primary occlusal trauma occurs when excessive occlusal forces are applied to a tooth or teeth with normal periodontal support. This type of trauma is often seen in cases of [[bruxism]] or [[malocclusion]].
Primary occlusal trauma occurs when excessive occlusal forces are applied to a tooth or teeth with normal periodontal support. This type of trauma is often seen in cases of [[bruxism]] or [[malocclusion]].
=== Secondary Occlusal Trauma ===
=== Secondary Occlusal Trauma ===
Secondary occlusal trauma occurs when normal or excessive occlusal forces are applied to a tooth or teeth with compromised periodontal support. This is commonly associated with [[periodontitis]], where the supporting structures of the teeth are already weakened.
Secondary occlusal trauma occurs when normal or excessive occlusal forces are applied to a tooth or teeth with compromised periodontal support. This is commonly associated with [[periodontitis]], where the supporting structures of the teeth are already weakened.
== Clinical Features ==
== Clinical Features ==
The clinical features of occlusal trauma may include:
The clinical features of occlusal trauma may include:
* Increased [[tooth mobility]]
* Increased [[tooth mobility]]
* [[Tooth migration]]
* [[Tooth migration]]
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* [[Pain]] or discomfort on biting
* [[Pain]] or discomfort on biting
* [[Periodontal bone loss]]
* [[Periodontal bone loss]]
== Diagnosis ==
== Diagnosis ==
Diagnosis of occlusal trauma involves a thorough clinical examination, including:
Diagnosis of occlusal trauma involves a thorough clinical examination, including:
* Assessment of [[tooth mobility]]
* Assessment of [[tooth mobility]]
* Evaluation of [[occlusal contacts]] using [[articulating paper]]
* Evaluation of [[occlusal contacts]] using [[articulating paper]]
* Radiographic examination to assess [[periodontal bone loss]]
* Radiographic examination to assess [[periodontal bone loss]]
== Management ==
== Management ==
Management of occlusal trauma involves:
Management of occlusal trauma involves:
* Occlusal adjustment to redistribute occlusal forces
* Occlusal adjustment to redistribute occlusal forces
* Use of [[occlusal splints]] to protect teeth from excessive forces
* Use of [[occlusal splints]] to protect teeth from excessive forces
* Treatment of underlying periodontal disease
* Treatment of underlying periodontal disease
 
== See also ==
== Related Pages ==
* [[Periodontitis]]
* [[Periodontitis]]
* [[Bruxism]]
* [[Bruxism]]
* [[Malocclusion]]
* [[Malocclusion]]
* [[Tooth mobility]]
* [[Tooth mobility]]
[[Category:Dentistry]]
[[Category:Dentistry]]
[[Category:Periodontology]]
[[Category:Periodontology]]

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Occlusal trauma
Synonyms
Pronounce N/A
Specialty N/A
Symptoms Tooth mobility, tooth pain, tooth wear, periodontal disease
Complications Tooth loss, periodontal bone loss
Onset
Duration
Types Primary occlusal trauma, Secondary occlusal trauma
Causes Malocclusion, bruxism, dental restorations
Risks
Diagnosis Clinical examination, dental radiographs
Differential diagnosis Periodontitis, pulpitis
Prevention Occlusal adjustment, night guard
Treatment Occlusal adjustment, orthodontic treatment, restorative dentistry
Medication Analgesics, anti-inflammatory drugs
Prognosis
Frequency
Deaths


An article about occlusal trauma in dentistry


Occlusal trauma refers to injury to the periodontium resulting from excessive occlusal forces. It is a significant factor in the progression of periodontal disease and can lead to tooth mobility, tooth migration, and periodontal bone loss.

Types of Occlusal Trauma[edit]

Occlusal trauma can be classified into two main types:

Primary Occlusal Trauma[edit]

Primary occlusal trauma occurs when excessive occlusal forces are applied to a tooth or teeth with normal periodontal support. This type of trauma is often seen in cases of bruxism or malocclusion.

Secondary Occlusal Trauma[edit]

Secondary occlusal trauma occurs when normal or excessive occlusal forces are applied to a tooth or teeth with compromised periodontal support. This is commonly associated with periodontitis, where the supporting structures of the teeth are already weakened.

Clinical Features[edit]

The clinical features of occlusal trauma may include:

Diagnosis[edit]

Diagnosis of occlusal trauma involves a thorough clinical examination, including:

Management[edit]

Management of occlusal trauma involves:

  • Occlusal adjustment to redistribute occlusal forces
  • Use of occlusal splints to protect teeth from excessive forces
  • Treatment of underlying periodontal disease

See also[edit]