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	The TMJ Association, Ltd. - http://www.tmj.org/ Provides information to patients, health professionals and the public, and advocates for research and treatment.
	American Academy of Craniofacial Pain - http://www.aacfp.org/ General information about the disorder and its symptoms. Includes a referral area which tells the percentage of the doctor's practice that is devoted to TMJD patients.
	Temporomandibular Joint Disorders: An Overview at Simple Steps to Better Dental Health - http://www.simplestepsdental.com/SS/ihtSS/r.WSIHW000/st.28829/t.28829/pr.3.html A detailed look at these disorders including the symptoms, causes, treatment, possible surgery and chat transcripts from experts.
	JJAMD, Inc - http://tmjoints.org/ The Jaw Joints and Allied Musculo-Skeletal Disorders Foundation is a non-profit advocacy organization that focuses on prevention, awareness, education, and research.
	American Board of Orofacial Pain - http://abop.med-office.com/ Non-profit organization dedicated to facial pain and related disorders. Also provides a list of physicians.

	Craniofacial Pain Center - http://www.orofacialpain.com The Craniofacial Pain Center of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine is devoted to the diagnosis and management of temporomandibular disorders and chronic head, neck and facial pain. Find patient and professional information and educational programs.
	TMJ and Facial Pain Center - http://www.drshankland.com Dr. Shankland offers some basic information about temporomandibular joint dysfunction, as well as promoting his book for sale.
	eMedicine Health: TMJ Overview - http://www.emedicinehealth.com/Articles/14227-1.asp Explains the symptoms and treatment options.
	American Society of Temporomandibular Joint Surgeons - http://www.astmjs.org/ Non-profit organization of maxillofacial, orthopedic, plastic/reconstructive and oral and maxillofacial surgical specialists dedicated to promoting education, research, and patient services concerning orthopedic disease of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Includes diagnosis and management guidelines, video clips and a membership list.
	TMJ: Diet and Exercise Treatment - http://www.ctds.info/tmj.html Covers nonsurgical treatment options. Reviews symptoms linked to the condition.

	Animated MRI of the Temporomandibular Joint - http://www.quintpub.com/tmj_animations.html 8 MRI's with case reports, animated to show the particular problem.
	Clenching Syndrome - http://www.clenchingsyndrome.com Information about clenching teeth.
	The International TMJ and Sleep Medicine Network - http://www.itsmn.com/ An online portal for individuals to find a doctor or dentist in their area that treat temporomandibular joint syndrome and other sleep disorders.
	TMJ Talk - http://tmjtalk.yuku.com Patient hosted, moderated discussion board on aspects of this disorder.
	TMJ Friends - http://www.tmjfriends.com Support for the disorder and its related ailments, composed by patients. Features include message board, weblog, doctor referral list, and patient stories.

	TMJ Chat - http://www.eboards4all.com/360647/ Offers a message board to discuss surgery and related problems.
	TMJ Syndrome: The Overlooked Diagnosis - http://www.headandneck.com/book/ A book by Dr. Richard Goldman that is fully available online for free. Chapters include tooth grinding, ear symptoms, triggers, treatment, surgery, and costs.
	Temporomandibular.info - http://www.temporomandibular.info Information for patients and dentists.
	Myofascial Pain - http://www.geocities.com/barmellin/myo.html Lists symptoms, treatment, medications and resources.
	TMJ Surgery Chat - http://www.geocities.com/Vitaly4/Mypage.html Message board for patients to discuss surgery and implants.

	Cranio-Mandibular Rehabilitation, Inc. - http://www.therapacer.com Provides in-home physical therapy to post-operativ cranio-facial patients in New York and New Jersey.
	MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: TMJ Disorders - http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001227.htm Overview of disorders, the symptoms, treatment, causes, and prognosis.
	The American Pain Foundation: TMJ Disorders - http://www.painfoundation.org/page.asp?menu=1&item=3&file=documents/doc_043.htm A short overview of disorders including questions and answers.
	Clinical Significance of Temporomandibular Joint Abnormalities - http://www.urmc.rochester.edu/smd/Rad/TMJ/PLWTMJ.htm Bilateral imaging that shows abnormalities in patients with and without pain.
	FDA Consumer Information:TMJ Implants: An Informational Update - http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/consumer/tmjupdate.html CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health) update regarding the FDA's role in monitoring these devices, the types of devices on the market and their status.

	TMJ Concepts/Techmedia Custom-Made Total Joint Prosthesis: A Five Year Follow Up - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=12767873 42 consecutive patients had reconstruction using this prosthesis, and were followed for 5-8 years to determine the long term results.
	Temporomandibular Joint Disc Replacement Made by Tissue-Engineered Growth of Cartilage - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=7965312 The new technique of tissue-engineered growth of cartilage for the replacement of discs and its effectiveness.
	Self-Reported Systemic, Immune-Mediated Disorders in Patients with and without Proplast-Teflon Implants of the TMJ - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=10199486 Examines self-reported systemic and immune mediated disorders in patients with Proplast-Teflon TMJ implants by comparing them to a group who was not exposed to these alloplastic implants and to a group who has had these implants removed.
	Protocol for the Management of Failed Alloplastic TMJ Disc Implants - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=7562188 The management of failed Proplast/Teflon, Silastic, and Christensen Fossa implants by removal, joint debridement, recountouring of the articulating surfaces, and placement of a temporalis muscle/fascia flap for joint lining including the outcome of this protocol.
	Morphologic and Immunohistochemical Observation of Explanted Proplast-Teflon TMJ Implants - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=8531001 Evaluates the cellular tissue response to disc material by its changes and fragmentation.

	Long-Term Study of TMJ Surgery with Alloplastic Implants Compared with Nonimplant Surgery for Painful TMJ Disc Displacement - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=12465000 Long term study of 466 patients in 5 treatment groups to determine the outcome of Silastic, permanent Silastic, or Proplast implants to replace painful disc displacements compared to nonimplant surgery or nonsurgical modalities.
	Long-term Rheumatological Findings Associated with Alloplastic Temporomandibular Joint Implants - http://iadr.confex.com/iadr/2004Hawaii/techprogram/abstract_47607.htm To assess whether alloplastic implants were associated with rheumatological disorders, the study supported by a grant from Dow Corning Corporation, who made the implants.
	Comparison of Two Temporomandibular Joint Prosthesis Systems - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=12796878 Compares the outcomes of two sets of patients.
	Clinical Evaluation of Patients with Temporomandibular Joint Implants - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=12464999 A comparison of two groups of patients.
	Physical Therapy Corner: The Temporomandibular Joint - http://www.nismat.org/ptcor/tmj/ Anatomy pictures, muscles, joint movement, symptom list, self care tips, and simple ergonomics and posture information.

Ten Year Outcome of Nonsurgical Treatment for Internal Derangment of the TMJ with Closed Lock - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=12424450
56 patients were treated nonsurgically and then evaluated at 10 years to determine if their pain, jaw dysfunction, and limiting of daily activities had improved. From PubMed.

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