Lecture 6: Temporomandibular Dysfunction Flashcards
Describe the 2 separate motions involved in opening the jaw and which axis each is on?
- Rotation about a RT/LF (transverse axis)
- Anterior glide (over the articular disc)
Which 3 muscles of mastification close the jaw tightly?
- Temporalis m.
- Masseter m.
- Medial ptergoid m.
Which muscle of the mouth approximates and compresses lips?
Orbicularis oris m.
Which muscles of the mouth raise the lateral angle of the mouth (smile)?
Zygomaticus major
Which muscle of the mouth approximates lips and draws lips and corners of mouth lateral (grimace)
Risorius
What are some of the common signs/sx’s someone with TMJ issues may complain about?
- CC of Cephalgia (HA)
- May or may not mention jaw problems
- May describe as dull ache —> worse w/ chewing
- Tinnitus
The audible click associated with TMJ dysfunction is almost always do due?
Disc displacement after disc thin/stretched
A person with osteoarthritis is more likly to have what sound associated with the jaw?
Crepitus
A direct blow to a pt with a closed mouth results in what type of injury to the TMJ?
Posterior capsule injury
What are 4 types of trauma which may be etiologies for TMJ dysfunciton?
- Direct blow
- Whiplash injury
- 3rd molar extraction
- Intubation
What is a class 1 malocclusion of the jaw?
1st molars normal, problem elsewhere
What is a class 2a vs. class 2b malocclusion of jaw?
- 2a = lower 1st molar posterior to upper mandibular retrustion (overbite)
- 2b = lower 1st molar posterior to upper to greater degree (larger overbite)
What is a class 3 malocclusion of the jaw?
Lower 1st molar anterior to upper mandibular protrusion (underbite)
What devleopmental abnormality is associated with TMJ dysfunction?
Condylar hypoplasia/agenesis
Which mood disorders may be associated with TMJ dysfunction?
What have some studies showed?
- Anxiety
- Depression
- PTSD
- Hx of Abuse
- Some studies show association btw chronic TMD and these mood disorders