Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Introduction: In this study we aim to conduct a systemic review and meta analysis of the epidemiological and etiological considerations in dental occlusion as a cause for temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs). Material and methods: An Electronic searching of Pubmed, ScienceDirect and institute library databases to identify studies reporting the epidemiological and etiological considerations in dental occlusion as a cause for temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs). Results: Six articles were finalised. We observed that static occlusal factors had no significant association with TMD. Of the dynamic occlusal factors assessed, only the absence of canine guidance, laterotrusive interferences, and retruded contact position to maximal intercuspation slide length ≥2 mm demonstrated significant ORs. Conclusion: From our study it can be concluded that Quantitative results from the current study should be interpreted with caution. Our results suggest that dysfunctions of dynamic occlusion may act as risk factors for TMD.