: Side-to-side grinding movements used during mastication. Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD)
The Articulatio Temporomandibularis: Anatomy, Function, and Disorders
The , commonly known as the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) , is one of the most complex and frequently used joints in the human body. It serves as the bilateral connection between the mandible (lower jaw) and the temporal bone of the skull, facilitating essential daily activities such as speaking, chewing, and yawning. Anatomy and Structure articulatio temporomandibularis
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ): Anatomy and function - Kenhub
: Sliding the jaw forward and backward.
: Fibrous tissues that surround and stabilize the joint, supported by arterial blood from sources like the superficial temporal and maxillary arteries. Mechanical Function
When the joint or its surrounding muscles fail to function correctly, it results in . Symptoms affect up to 60–70% of the population at some point. : Side-to-side grinding movements used during mastication
: A unique, biconcave fibrocartilaginous disc that divides the joint into superior and inferior compartments. This disc prevents direct bone-on-bone contact and ensures smooth movement.