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Chapter-126 Temporomandibular Joint Disorders

BOOK TITLE: Textbook of Orthopedics & Trauma (4 Volumes)

Author
1. Kulkarni AA
ISBN
9789385891052
DOI
10.5005/jp/books/12869_127
Edition
3/e
Publishing Year
2016
Pages
5
Author Affiliations
1. Dental Clinic, Opp. Laxmi Temple, Bijapur, Dental Clinic, Bijapur, Karnataka, India
Chapter keywords
temporomandibular joint, craniomandibular articulation, TMJ, masticatory muscle disorder, disc interference disorder, inflammatory disorder, chronic mandibular hypomobilities, trauma

Abstract

This chapter discusses temporomandibular joint disorders. Craniomandibular articulation is a complex synovial system composed of two temporomandibular joints (TMJs) together with their articular ligaments and masticatory muscles. Each articulation comprises of two joint compartments, i.e. upper and lower, that provide for combined hinge and sliding motion. Temporomandibular disorders are classified according to their clinical symptoms into five classes such as masticatory muscle disorders, disc interference disorders, inflammatory disorders of the joint, chronic mandibular hypomobilities, and growth disorders of the joint. Signs, symptoms, and management of temporomandibular joint disorders are also discussed in this chapter.

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