Nov 11, 2024 · The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is an atypical synovial joint located between the condylar process of the mandible and the mandibular fossa and articular eminence of the temporal bone. It is divided into a superior discotemporal space and inferior discomandibular space by the TMJ disc (or meniscus).

Apr 4, 2023 · The axiolateral oblique temporomandibular joint (TMJ) view allows for visualization of the articular tubercle, mandibular condyle and fossa of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ).

Dec 2, 2024 · Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction is characterized by an abnormal relationship between the disc and the adjacent articular surfaces (condyle below with mandibular fossa and articular eminence above).

Normal appearances of the temporomandibular joint. It is typically imaged in the open and closed positions.

Gaillard F, Temporomandibular joint open and closed mouth x-rays. Case study, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 17 Mar 2025) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-8165

Apr 10, 2024 · The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disc (or meniscus) is made of fibrocartilage and divides the temporomandibular joint into two compartments. Gross anatomy. The disc is composed of fibrocartilage, with crimped collagen, thought to better absorb impact.

Mar 28, 2023 · Dislocations of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) are common and occur in as many as 7% of the entire population, at some point in their lives 3. They can occur at any age but are most common between 20-40 years of age 3 .

Oct 30, 2017 · Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pathology encompasses three main entities: temporomandibular joint dysfunction : relating to abnormal TMJ disc relationship to condyle and temporal bone, which can lead to osteoarthritis .

There are different imaging modalities used to evaluate the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) including the US and CT 1. MRI however, is considered the best imaging modality to make a diagnostic assessment of TMJ abnormalities and status.

Apr 6, 2022 · Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) inflammation may occur as a result of an inflammatory arthropathy or secondary to TMJ dysfunction. Since the TMJ is a synovial joint, it is susceptible to inflammatory arthropathies that affect other joints.