TMJ Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the 2 types of disc displacement
A
Anterior w reduction
- Disc slips back
Anterior w/o reduction
- Disc stuck in front of condyle
2
Q
Hx/clinical assessment for TMD
A
SH: Stress/sleep/bruxism/nail biting
E/O:
TMJ - tender/click
MOM - tender
Facial asymmetry
I/O:
Interincisal mouth opening
Linea alba/cheek biting
Scalloped tongue
NCTSL
3
Q
List pt signs of TMD
A
Pain on temples/ jaw
Headaches
Grinding
Stress
Click/pop sound
Difficulty opening
4
Q
Causes of TMD
A
Stress
Neoplasia
Degenerative disease - RA
Bruxism
5
Q
Tx of TMJ
A
Soft diet
Relax
Cut into small pieces
Chew bilaterally
No chewing gum
Cut habits - nail biting/bruxism
Dont incise food
Muscle exercises
Hot/cold compress
Splint
Supportive yawning
6
Q
Surgery for TMD
A
Arthroscentesis
Arthroscopy
Total joint replacement
