Acta odontologica Scandinavica
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Acta Odontol. Scand. · Jul 2012
Psychosocial aspects of temporomandibular disorders and oral health-related quality-of-life.
The aim of the study was to evaluate the association between psychosocial aspects of temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and oral health-related quality-of-life (OHRQoL) and, secondly, to investigate the gender differences in these associations using patient and non-patient groups. ⋯ TMD associate with OHRQoL through multiple ways, linked with depression and somatization. These findings emphasize the importance of early and effective treatment of TMD.