Tempromandibular Joint (TMJ) Flashcards by Kayly Flot | Brainscape

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TMJ joint disorder/dysfunctions

A

Trismus

2. Subluxation

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What is Trismus?

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limited ability to open the mouth (hypomobility), due to contraction of the muscles of mastication (lockjaw)

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What is Subluxation?

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dislocation of both joints; caused by opening the mouth too wide

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