articulatio temporomandibularis Synonyms
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articulatio temporomandibularis Meaning
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articulatio temporomandibularis (n)
the joint between the head of the lower jawbone and the temporal bone
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the joint between the head of the lower jawbone and the temporal bone
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The articulatio temporomandibularis, commonly referred to as the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), connects the lower jawbone (mandible) to the skull.
Disorders of the articulatio temporomandibularis can result in symptoms such as jaw pain, clicking or popping sounds, and difficulty chewing.
Dentists and oral surgeons specialize in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the articulatio temporomandibularis.
Stress and teeth grinding are common factors that contribute to dysfunction of the articulatio temporomandibularis.
