Medicina clinica
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July 2024
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Use of antidepressants in the treatment of chronic orofacial pain caused by temporomandibular disorders: A randomized controlled clinical trial.
Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are a common pathology, associated with pain in the facial territory and with associated psychological disorders, such as anxiety and depression. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of antidepressants in the treatment of pain associated with TMD. ⋯ Low doses of amitriptyline appear to be a good therapeutic option in patients with TMDs suffering from chronic orofacial pain.