DIAGNOSIS OF THE CRANIOMANDIBULAR FUNCTION AND DYSFUNCTION USINGU00A0AU00A0CONDYLOGRAPHY

The book Diagnosis and Treatment of Malocclusion with Condylography, written by Dr. Sadao Sato, professor at Kanagawa Dental University, Japan, serves as a comprehensive and practical guide for dentists and orthodontists interested in diagnosing and treating temporomandibular disorders. This work addresses the growing demand for specialized care in temporomandibular occlusion, a field that has gained more relevance due to changes in dietary habits and dental health practices. Throughout twenty chapters and over 500 illustrations, Dr. Sato delves into the structure and function of the craniomandibular system, mandibular positioning, and the factors contributing to malocclusion. He also explores the risk factors associated with malocclusions and introduces condylography as a key tool for functional analysis. The book provides detailed descriptions of the condylography procedure, the use of analytical tools, and how to interpret results to determine temporomandibular symptoms and disorders. In addition to presenting the condylography technique, the author includes a series of case studies that illustrate the evaluation and treatment of various temporomandibular joint disorders. The work highlights the importance of lateral displacement of the mandibular condyle in the diagnosis and management of these conditions. Dentists and orthodontists will find this book to be an essential tool for accurately assessing temporomandibular pathologies and defining optimal therapeutic strategies for their patients, thereby enhancing the quality of life for those with malocclusion problems.