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Evaluation of Low Energy Level Laser Biostimulation at Different Energy Densities in the Treatment of Temporomandibular Joint Irregularities: A Retrospective Study
Sponsor: Karadeniz Technical University
Summary
This clinical study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of low-level laser therapy in patients with temporomandibular disorders (TMD), specifically disc displacement with reduction and myalgia. The study compared laser therapy with a soft diet approach to determine whether laser treatment provides additional benefits in reducing pain and improving jaw function
Official title: The Study Was Conducted by Retrospectively Analysing the Files of Patients Who Presented With Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD) and Underwent LLEL Treatment. Patients Were Divided Into Myalgia, Disc Displacement With Reduction and Follow-up Groups. In Our Study, GaAl-As Diode Laser (EzLase 940, Biolase Technology, Inc. 4 Cromwell Irvine, USA) for Lowlevel Laser Treatment Was Applied for 1 Minute to Subgroup 1 (940 nm, 1. 5 W, 90 J, Continuous), Subgroup 2 (940 nm, 3 W, 180J, Continuous) and Subgroup 1 (940 nm, 1.5 W, 90J, Continuous) and Subgroup 2 (940 nm, 3 W, 180J, Continuous).
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
15 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
100
Start Date
2022-09-03
Completion Date
2024-12-24
Last Updated
2026-05-15
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Low Level Laser Therapy
Participants received low-level laser therapy applied to the temporomandibular joint region in addition to soft diet recommendations. Treatment was performed in 9 sessions according to the predefined laser protocol. Participants followed a soft diet regimen without receiving laser therapy and served as the comparison group.
Dietary Supplement
Participants in this group did not receive laser therapy and were instructed to follow a soft diet during the study period. This group served as the comparison group for evaluating treatment outcomes.
Locations (1)
Karadeniz Technical University
Trabzon, Trabzon, Turkey (Türkiye)