5][6][7][8] They are also known to be comorbid with bruxism, depression, irritable bowel syndrome, and chronic fatigue. 6 9 10[13][14][15][16][17] Early diagnosis and explanation followed by management is likely to be key to improving prognosis and reducing the impact of this group of conditions on quality of life. 11 18The purpose of this review is to give non-specialists an overview of the diagnosis and management of TMDs.