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  • Radiology
  • Medical Imaging

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  • Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) require accurate imaging for diagnosis.
  • The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) involves complex hard and soft tissues.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline appropriate imaging selection criteria for TMDs.
  • To discuss current imaging modalities for TMJ evaluation.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical findings and patient history guides imaging prescription.
  • Selection of imaging modalities based on suspected pathology (e.g., panoramic radiographs, cone-beam computed tomography, MRI).

Main Results:

  • No single imaging modality is universally suitable for all TMD cases.
  • Tailored imaging selection is essential for effective diagnosis.

Conclusions:

  • Imaging for TMDs must be guided by clinical presentation and appropriate selection criteria.
  • Interpretation by an oral and maxillofacial radiologist is recommended for complex cases.