Modifica di Occlusion and Posture (sezione)

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'''Abstract:''' This section introduces the relationship between occlusion and posture, summarizing the conceptual framework for the chapters to follow. The introduction draws upon Monika Nowak et al.'s research, emphasizing the connections between body posture and cranio-mandibular systems. Posture, as the body's spatial orientation, involves inputs from the visual, vestibular, and proprioceptive systems. The craniomandibular system, specifically, has been studied for its influence on postural stability, with theories ranging from the involvement of myofascial chains to trigeminal nerve activation.

There is significant debate within the scientific community regarding the impact of dental occlusion on posture. Some studies support a correlation between masticatory organ function and postural stability, linking malocclusion to changes in muscle tension, head position, and postural adjustments. On the other hand, several studies, including those from Giuseppe Perinetti and Benjamin Scharnweber, contest these associations, arguing that occlusion has no significant effect on body sway, plantar pressure distribution, or postural control.

The role of the trigeminal system is also discussed, particularly through electrophysiological tests such as the Vestibular Evoked Myogenic Potentials (VEMPs), highlighting the complex interplay between vestibular inputs and masseter muscle responses.

In addressing the discrepancies between the evidence supporting and refuting the correlation, this section underscores the need for more comprehensive research, particularly regarding the effects of dental occlusion on postural stability in dynamic conditions. As the text progresses, specific clinical cases will be examined, including those involving bruxism and neuronal hyperexcitability, to further explore these complex interactions between occlusion, posture, and neuromotor responses.