Maximal mouth opening is a simple method to evaluate the treatment outcome of temporomandibular joint arthritis in patients with juvenile idiopathic arthritis.

Objective: Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) arthritis is a common finding in juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) patients. TMJ arthritis can cause significant disturbances in TMJ function and growth without treatment. Our aim was to evaluate the effectiveness of medical treatments used to manage TMJ arthritis and how to evaluate the outcome of the treatment.

Transition readiness among finnish adolescents with juvenile idiopathic arthritis.

Background: With chronic diseases, the responsibility for care transfers to adult clinics at some point. Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is the most common persistent rheumatic condition in children. A successful transition requires sufficient self-management skills to manage one´s chronic condition and all the tasks involved.

Craniofacial structures, occlusal features, and TMD symptoms in juvenile idiopathic arthritis patients: a retrospective study.

Background: Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is a chronic inflammatory disease in which temporomandibular joint (TMJ) arthritis commonly occurs. It may be asymptomatic and could cause problems in the growing joints. Our aim was to evaluate the craniofacial structures, occlusal features and temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD) symptoms of patients with JIA.

Fear of Injections and Needle Phobia Among Children and Adolescents: An Overview of Psychological, Behavioral, and Contextual Factors.

The purpose of this clinical update is to provide an overview of the fear of needles and needle phobia in children and adolescents including characteristics and diagnosis, prevalence and epidemiology, etiological factors, and treatment options. Needle-related fear and needle phobia present as significant needle-related distress and avoidance behavior. The etiology is biopsychosocial.