A Study on the Facial Asymmetry Correction Effects of Korean Medicine Treatment Including Temporomandibular Joint Balance Therapy (TBT)
This study statistically analyzed the effects of Korean medicine treatment, including Temporomandibular Joint Balancing Therapy (TBT), on facial asymmetry correction through 36 clinical cases. Soft and hard tissue changes were quantitatively evaluated through facial photographs and cephalometric X-ray analysis before and after treatment. As a result, statistically significant improvements were confirmed in most facial asymmetry indices. Furthermore, concomitant symptoms such as TMJ pain, headaches, neck and shoulder pain, and bruxism also tended to improve. This study presents objective data showing that non-surgical Korean medicine treatment can be practically helpful in improving facial asymmetry, and the results demonstrate the research capabilities of a Korean medicine clinic practicing evidence-based treatment.
