temporomandibular
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of temporomandibular
First recorded in 1885–90; temporo- + mandibular
Example Sentences
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Symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder include pain around the jaw, ear and temple, a headache around the temples and difficulty opening one's mouth fully, according to the NHS website.
From BBC ● Nov. 28, 2024
Altered neck muscles and poor posture also can strain jaw joints and muscles, creating temporomandibular joint pain.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 17, 2024
He was concerned that she could have a growth or tumor inside one of her temporomandibular joints.
From New York Times ● Jun. 15, 2022
Scientists don’t know what causes it, although trauma to the jaw or temporomandibular joint is a clear risk factor.
From Washington Post ● Jun. 9, 2017
Finally, an articular disc can serve to smooth the movements between the articulating bones, as seen at the temporomandibular joint.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
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