Gnathology is a very important and specialised branch of dentistry, that deals with pathologies of the masticatroy system, such as those that affect the temporomandibular joint and nocturnal dysfunctions (bruxism and serramento). It can also benefit the entire human body by safeguarding the functionality of the entire organism and the overall health of the individual. In fact, gnathology investigates the correlations between teeth, bones, joints and the nervous system, and employs the use of orthopedic devices such as the bite (or orthotic).

Very often gnathology collaborates with osteopathy.