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Systematic Assessment of Mammalian Skull Specimens for Dental and Temporomandibular Joint Pathology
Published on: August 22, 2022
Temporomandibular Joint: Review of Anatomy and Clinical Implications
Veronica Iturriaga1, Thomas Bornhardt1, Nicol Velasquez2
1Department of Integral Adult Care Dentistry, Universidad de La Frontera. Francisco Salazar Avenue 01145, Temuco, Chile.
Abstract:
Temporomandibular joints (TMJ) are one of the most complex joints. Each one is located on one side of the face, and are composed of mandibular fossa, joint tubercle, and condylar process of mandible, separated by an articular disk. To these structures are attached ligaments and muscles, which will provide stability and movement. When TMJs work properly, jaw movements can be performed without pain or discomfort. It is important to mention that the complex formed by both TMJs will confront the maxillary with the mandibular bone and therefore will be related to the occlusion, linking these structures during growth and development.
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