Movements of TMJ Flashcards

1
Q

What muscles perform protrusion?

A

Lat. Pterygoid

helped by med.

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2
Q

What muscles perform retraction?

A

Post. fibres Temporalis
Digastric
Deep Masseter
Geniohyoid

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3
Q

What muscles elevate?

A

Temporalis
Masseter
Med. Pterygoid

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4
Q

What muscles depress?

A

(Gravity)
Mylohyoid
Geniohyoid
Digastric

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5
Q

What movements are upper cavity?

A

Protrusion & Retraction

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6
Q

What movements are lower cavity?

A

Elevation & Depression

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