Digital Workflow for Complete Denture Rehabilitation in an Edentulous Patient with Temporomandibular Disorders Using a Maxillary-Mandibular Positioning-Guided Approach: A Case Report

Conventional complete dentures prioritize efficiency but may fail to address underlying temporomandibular disorder (TMD) pathologies like undetected disc displacement and joint overload in edentulous patients. This case report describes the application of a digital maxillary/mandibular repositioning technology for a TMD patient with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) noises. Using 3D-deviation analysis and condylar position quantification, the digital workflow established physiologically optimized jaw relationship and occlusion. This approach not only reduced patient visits and chairside time but also successfully resolved TMD symptoms and restored masticatory function. At the 3-month follow-up, optimized stomatognathic coordination with even occlusal contacts and balanced functional occlusion further confirmed its high clinical value for complex edentulous rehabilitation.