TMJ problems- signs, symptoms, causes and surgery Flashcards
Describe the anatomy of the TMJ?
What are the symtoms of TMJ problems?
Pain may arise from the joint capsule, ‘retrodiscal’ tissues or associated muscles such as the lateral pterygoid or massetter.
What are the signs of TMJ problems?
What images can be used to visualise the TMJ
Plain film only gievs a 2d representation so cannot be used.
MRI is more frequently used.
What are the positions of the TMJ in jaw closed and jaw open?
What is TMJPDS? The signs and symptoms and clinical features?
Temporomandibular joint pain dysfunction syndrome
o pain
o joint noise
o restricted movement
o mouth opens in a straight line or deviates with jerky movements.
o normal painless maximal opening should be around 40-55 mm
What are the clinical features of TMJPDS?
What would the Differetial diagnosis be for TMJPDS?
What is the non surgical treatment of TMJPDS?
What is internal derangement?
A localised mechanical fault in the joint which interferes with it smooth action.
What are the symptoms of osteoartihritus?
- crepitus
- difficultyinchewing
- reduced mouth opening
• chronicpain
What are the symptoms of infective arthritis?
What is ankylosis of the TMJ?
What are the causes of extracapsular ankylosis?
Causes of intracapsular ankylosis?
