Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) are the most common cause of nondental orofacial pain, and the second most frequent painful musculoskeletal disorder after chronic low back pain. TMD affect 1/6 Canadians, mostly women. Painful TMD can affect the muscles of mastication and/or the temporomandibular joints and are characterized primarily by spontaneous pain, or pain associated with jaw function, and TMJ sounds. Although TMD can cause considerable personal suffering, there is still misconception about TMD which leads to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatments. This two-day intensive course aims to provide general practitioners and dental specialists with the most updated evidence-based information about diagnosis and management of TMD.

Upon completion of the course, participants will:

1. Understand the pathophysiology of TMD;
2. Understand the role of psychosocial factors in TMD;
3. Understand the relationship between dental occlusion, bruxism, and temporomandibular disorders;
4. Learn how to use a variety of instruments to collect clinically relevant information for proper screening and management of patients with TMD;
5. Learn how to perform a full TMD clinical exam and how to use evidence-based diagnostic criteria to make a successful clinical diagnosis;
6. Implement conservative management strategies for TMD;
7. Understand the role of pharmacology in managing TMD;
8. Appreciate the value of an interprofessional approach to manage patients with chronic pain.

SCHEDULE

• Participants may begin to arrive at 8:00 a.m. to sign-in.

REGISTRATION

Registration for this course can be done online by clicking on the button at the top of this page.

Fees

Total course fee:

• $1425

Lunch is provided for participants of this course.

Cancellations

There are no refunds or cancellations within 10 calendar days prior to the course start date. Cancellations can be done by following the link and instructions provided in the registration confirmation email. If you are eligible for a refund, the refund will be processed automatically when you cancel. Please allow for 3-5 business days for the transaction process to be completed.

"No shows" will not be eligible for a refund.  

Course registrations are not transferable.  

Continuing Dental Education at The University of Toronto reserves the right to cancel courses if deemed necessary due to insufficient registrations, instructor cancellation, or other unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. In case of course cancellation, a full refund will be issued. Registrants will be notified at the earliest possible date. We will not be liable for any loss, damages, or other expenses, such as travel and accommodations, that such cancellations may cause.
 

ACCREDITATION

This course has been approved as a Category 1 course by the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario. Full participation of this course will grant 12 CE points.