You can expect to see more patients in recovery from oral cancer and the treatment they’re receiving for it. Figures published towards the end of 2020 showed oral cancer rates were not only continuing to rise, they had doubled within a generation.[i] Early detection and prompt intervention are key to a good prognosis, so education…
Today’s opportunity to change lives Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorders have long presented somewhat of a challenge to the dental profession. Treatments and even the disorders themselves have been surrounded in uncertainty. Indeed, there was a time when the topic was discounted entirely by professors and educational providers. However, with improved knowledge, science and technologies in…
Awareness of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) problems is generally high among dental professionals as they remain fairly common in patients. However, the treatment pathways available to help these people are less well-known. While there are several possible reasons for this – such as a lack of education in dental schools and changing perceptions about associated conditions…
In some cases of minor TMJ complications, GDPs can offer simple yet effective solutions. For trismus, these might include botulinum toxin injections or easy-to-use devices like the OraStretch Press Rehab System from Incito Medtech. The system uses passive motion to slowly and carefully stretch the jaw, joint and facial tissues. Designed to improve mobility and…
As you will likely know, temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are a selection of conditions that impact the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), masticatory muscles and associated structures of the face and neck. The conditions are estimated to affect around 25-33% of the population, , though a much smaller percentage of people will experience severe enough symptoms to report…
In some moderate cases of temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), patients may need surgical intervention to restore their jaw function and quality of life. The TMJ Arthroscopy Systems from Incito Medtech facilitate a minimally invasive surgical technique for the very best treatment outcomes. With instruments of the highest quality, the systems optimise each step of the procedure…
Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) can have a massive impact on a sufferer’s quality of life. In some cases, GDPs can offer simple but effective solutions to dramatically improve their patient’s condition. The OraStretch Press Jaw Motion Rehab System, available in the UK from Incito Medtech, is one such option. It is an easy-to-use, hand-operated device that…
Where patients require mid line treatment for TMJ disorders, finding the most minimally invasive solution is important. Incito Medtech offers Arthroscope Systems for this reason. Using only the highest quality of materials with instruments that have been carefully designed for both surgical efficiency and patient comfort, the systems provide the tools professionals need to ensure…
Trismus has many possible causes, including cancer, trauma, TMJ disorders, facial burns and stroke. OraStretch Press Rehab System offers a conservative way to address the limited jaw opening in affected patients. The hand-operated device is easy for patients to use at home. It uses passive motion to safely stretch the jaw, joint and facial tissues,…