Abstract:

Temporomandibular joint disorder(TMD)is a common oral disease, and its etiology is complex. Rheumatoid arthritis(RA), one of the autoimmune factors, may be an important pathogenic factor. Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory disease that mainly affects joints. It is mediated by systemic immunity and its pathogenesis is unknown. Temporomandibular disorders and rheumatoid arthritis are often accompanied, but the pathogenesis and interaction between them need to be further studied. In this paper, we expound the correlation between temporomandibular disorder and rheumatoid arthritis, analyze the etiology combined with the results of epidemiological investigation, and further summarize the current situation of its treatment and prognosis. We hope to provide a new way of diagnosis and treatment for clinicians.

Key words: temporomandibular joint disorder, rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmunity