Efficacy of low-level laser therapy in the treatment of TMDs: a meta-analysis of 14 randomised controlled trials
The results of our meta-analysis have provided the best evidence on the efficacy of LLLT in the treatment of TMDs. This study indicates that using LLLT has limited efficacy in reducing pain in patients with TMDs. However, LLLT can significantly improve the functional outcomes of patients with TMDs.
OPEN FILEPiroxicam and laser phototherapy in the treatment of TMJ arthralgia: a double-blind randomised controlled trial
The combination of low-level laser therapy and piroxicam was not more effective than single therapies in the treatment of temporomandibular joint arthralgia. The use of piroxicam was more effective in the following 30 days.
OPEN FILEEarly results of low-level laser application for masticatory muscle pain: a double-blind randomized clinical study
LLLT can be accepted as an alternative treatment modality in the management of masticatory muscle pain and direct irradiation seems to effect better.
OPEN FILEMasticatory muscle pain and low-level laser therapy- a double-blind and placebo-controlled study
This particular type of LLLT can be an alternative modality in the treatment of TMD in cases of myogenic origin.
OPEN FILEEffectiveness of occlusal splints and low-level laser therapy on myofascial pain
The pain score values decreased significantly after both LLLT (p < 0.05) and occlusal splint therapy (p < 0.05) compared to placebo group (p < 0.05). There was no significant difference between LLLT and OS groups after treatment (p > 0.05). OS and LLLT are effective for decreasing MP. In addition, this particular type of LLLT is as effective as occlusal splint for pain relief.
OPEN FILELaser acupuncture in patients with temporomandibular dysfunction: a randomized controlled trial
For patients in whom conservative treatment was adopted, the laser acupuncture is a secure, noninvasive, and effective treatment modality because it improves the chronic pain associated with TMD and has no side effects.
OPEN FILEEffects of superpulsed low-level laser therapy on temporomandibular joint pain
Mandibular function improved in all SLLLT patients proving the effectiveness in the treatment of pain, as demonstrated by a significant improvement in clinical signs and symptoms of temporomandibular joint disc displacement without reduction and osteoarthritis at the end of treatment and stability over a period of 1 month.
OPEN FILEEvaluation of low-level laser therapy in patients with acute and chronic temporomandibular disorders
Low-level laser therapy can be considered as an alternative physical modality or supplementary approach for management of acute and chronic myogenic temporomandibular disorder; however, patients with acute disease are likely to have a better outcome.
OPEN FILEEvaluation of low-level laser therapy in the treatment of temporomandibular disorders
Based on the results of this placebo-controlled report, LLLT is an appropriate treatment for TMD and should be considered as an alternative to other methods.
OPEN FILEEvaluation of low-level laser therapy effectiveness on the pain and masticatory performance of patients with myofascial pain
A reduction in the GMD of crushed particles (p < 0.01) and an increase in PPT (p < 0.05) were seen only in the laser group when comparing the baseline and end-of-treatment values. Both groups showed a decrease in pain intensity at the end of treatment. LLLT promoted an improvement in MP and PPT of the masticatory muscles.
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