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temporomandibular joint

American  
[tem-per-oh-man-dib-yuh-ler joint] / ˌtɛm pər oʊ mænˈdɪb jə lər ˌdʒɔɪnt /

noun

  • temporomandibular joints
    plural
  1. Anatomy. the modified hinge joint formed by the lower jaw and the temporal bone of the skull.


temporomandibular joint Scientific  
/ tĕm′pə-rō-măn-dĭbyə-lər /
  1. The joint that facilitates mandibular movement, located between the head of the mandible and the temporal bone.


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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

It’s most likely TMJ, the dentist concluded — temporomandibular joint pain.

From New York Times Dec. 15, 2021

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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