Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ)

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Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ)

Mandibular condyle articulates with the temporal bone (The jawbone connects with the skull.)

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Two types of movement

Hinge (movement involves depression and elevation of the mandible) and gliding (involves side-to-side grinding)

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Dislocation of TMJ

most common because of the shallow socket of the joint, almost always dislocates anteriorly, causing the mouth to remain open

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Dislocation of TMJ symptoms

ear and face pain, tender muscles, popping sounds when opening mouth, joint stiffness