Craniomandibular Dysfunction: Medical History

Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of craniomandibular dysfunction.

Family history

Social history

  • Is there any evidence of psychosocial stress or strain due to your family situation?

Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints).

  • Has your bed partner told you that you grind your teeth?
  • Do you have loose teeth?
  • Do you have any known sources of oral interference that have been present for some time, such as loose or crooked teeth?
  • Do you have problems chewing?
  • Have you suffered whiplash recently?
  • Do you feel tense?
  • Do you suffer from chronic pain?
  • Have you noticed any changes in your hearing?
  • Do you have any problems with your eyes, such as flickering or double vision?
  • Do you have frequent neck, head or back pain?
  • How long have these changes been present?

Vegetative anamnesis including nutritional anamnesis.

  • Do you suffer from sleep disorders?

Self history incl. medication history.

  • Pre-existing conditions (neurological, mental disorders).
  • Operations
  • Allergies
  • Medication history