Publications by authors named "Caroline Pereira Heine"
Background: Complete tooth loss among the elderly is still frequent in developing countries and the incidence of temporomandibular disorders (TMD) is a common finding in complete denture wearers.
Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of temporomandibular disorders (TMD) in a population of complete denture wearers.
Materials And Methods: The data were collected by four examiners for the diagnosis of use and need for complete dentures followed by the World Health Organization standards and interviews for TMD signs and symptoms evaluation.