Journal of Research and Advancement in Dentistry
Official publication of Magadh University and Kolhan University, Government of Bihar and Jharkhand, India
Official publication of Magadh University and Kolhan University, Government of Bihar and Jharkhand, India
Year : 2017
Volume : Volume 7
Issue : Issue 2
Address for correspondence :
Dr. Anukriti Vishwakarma
anukriti.an23@gmail.com
Background: Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs) are more common in women as compared to men, with its peak during the reproductive years. The age and gender predilection suggests a possible link between the female hormones and the TMDs. Female hormones have been associated with development, restitution and metabolism of temporomandibular joint. These hormones also play a role in pain regulation. The recent studies have established the use of exogenous hormone and the risk of TMDs among women after menopause. This article throws a light on the role and effect of female hormones chiefly estrogen and progesterone on the temporomandibular joint leading to TMDs.
Keywords: TMDs, Female hormones, Progesterone, Estrogen, Relaxin.
