TMJ Flashcards
1
Q
TMD caused by?
A
parafunction
traumatic injuries
articular changes
2
Q
TMD signs
A
noise with function
decreased range of motion
deviation of jaw opening
3
Q
TMD symptoms
A
pain in muscles of mastication
pain in TMJ
myofacial pain (neck pain, neuralgia, earache, headache, toothpain)
4
Q
What % population has TMD, how many have symptoms?
A
> 5% have TMD
6-12% have symptoms
5
Q
Most likely gender, age group?
A
20-40 yo female
6
Q
With vs without reduction?
A
With reduction - hear clicking when disc goes back from anterior position within last 30d
Without reduction - stays anterior, limited mouth opening (closed lock)
