Biography
Orthodontic Programme
Effect of oral parafunctions on masticatory muscle and temporomandibular joints
Auxiliary Programme
Introduction to diagnosis and management of masticatory function disorders
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Mauro Farella graduated in Dentistry (DDS, Naples) and then he has got the Research Doctorate in Oral Sciences (PhD, Reggio Calabria), the specialist certification in Orthodontics (Naples), the specialist certification in Medical Statistics (Milan), and the “Venia Legendi” in Switzerland (Zurich). He is a certified member of the European Board of Orthodontists (Helsinki). His research interests mainly focus on the masticatory muscles, the temporomandibular joint, and the craniofacial growth. Since 1993, he has been working as Visiting Research Fellow at the University of Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Naples, and Zurich. |
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In 2002, he was appointed as full-time Assistant Professor at the University of Naples, and in 2007, as Assistant Professor at the University of Zurich. Since 2009, he is Full Professor in Orthodontics at the University of Otago, New Zealand. Mauro Farella has published many original articles in international peer-reviewed journals, and he has extensively lectured in many countries. He is an active member of the European Orthodontic Society, the World Federation of Orthodontics, the Society for Oral Physiology, and the European Academy for Craniomandibular Disorders. Mauro Farella serves as consultant reviewer for numerous international dental and non-dental journals. |
Effect of oral parafunctions on masticatory muscle and temporomandibular joints
Date: Thursday 1 July
Time: 11:30am – 12:30am
Besides normal functioning, the masticatory apparatus can be involved in many non-functional activities during both awake and sleep states. This presentation will illustrate recent advances in the physiopathology of these oral activities emphasizing their possible impact on the masticatory muscles and the temporomandibular joint.
Learning Outcome:
At the completion of this lecture, participants should be able to:
- To make a clear-cut distinction between diurnal and nocturnal bruxism.
- Predict the possible negative effects of several specific parafunctional habits.
- Discuss the potential benefits and limitations of various treatment approaches for oral habits reversal.
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Introduction to diagnosis and management of masticatory function disorders
Date: Thursday 1 July
Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
This topic will cover the basic principles for the diagnosis and the management of temporomandibular disorders, such as temporomandibular joint clicking and masticatory muscle pain.
Learning outcome:
At the completion of this lecture, participants should be able to identify a patient with a probable diagnosis of temporomandibular disorder, and give support to the orthodontist or to the general dental practitioner for an effective management of these patients using a low-tech high-prudence therapeutic approach. |
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