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The temporomandibular joint: some biological considerations
Australian Dental Journal
|June 1, 1978
Summary
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) allows perception of minute positional changes in the mandible. Neural control and reflexes are crucial for precise occlusal positioning in clinical practice.
Area of Science:
- Physiology
- Neuroscience
- Dentistry
Background:
- The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) plays a critical role in proprioception.
- Understanding TMJ's sensory feedback is essential for occlusal stability.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the physiological mechanisms of mandibular position perception via the TMJ.
- To discuss neural control pathways and reflexes involved in occlusal positioning.
Main Methods:
- Review of physiological mechanisms.
- Discussion of neural pathways and reflex actions.
Main Results:
- The TMJ's physiological mechanisms can detect very small discrepancies in mandibular position.
- Neural pathways and reflexes significantly influence the final occlusal outcome.
Conclusions:
- The TMJ's sensory feedback system is highly sensitive to mandibular positional changes.
- Knowledge of neural control is vital for addressing clinical occlusal issues.