Temporomandibular Pain-Dysfunction Syndrome: Evidence for Psychological Etiology?

Objective

To present evidence on the relation of psychological factors to the etiology and maintenance of the temporomandibular pain and dysfunction syndrome [TMPDS].

Findings and Conclusions

There is a lack of evidence that the etiology of TMPDS is psychological. However, psychological stress may play a role in the maintenance of pain through its capacity as a source of exacerbation. [Artide copies available from The HaLrth Document Delivery Service: 1-800-342-9678. E-mail address: getinfo@haworth.com]