TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT DISORDERS

Temporomandibular joint is a complex joint comprising of the temporal bone, condyle and articular disc. Temporomandibular joint dysfunctions are conditions affecting the jaw joints and surrounding muscles and ligaments . These dysfunctions cause difficulty in mouth opening, clicking sounds, headaches, muscle and ear pain as well. This book elaborates on the anatomy, etiology, signs and symptoms, diagnosis and management of TMDs.