The Temporomandibular Joint

ISBN-13: 9786204198248 / Angielski / Miękka / 72 str.

Aisha Mirza; Virag Srivastava; Manoj Upadhyay

Opis

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ), or jaw joint, is a synovial joint that allows the complex movements necessary for life. It is the joint between condylar head of the mandible and the mandibular fossa of the temporal bone. This system is made up of the TMJ, teeth and soft tissue and it plays a role in breathing, eating and speech.Dysfunction of the TMJ can cause severe pain and lifestyle limitation. Temporomandibular disorders are common and sufferers will often seek physiotherapy advice and treatment.

O autorze

Mirza, AishaDr. Aisha Mirza is a post graduate student of Prosthodontics, crown and bridge and Implantology, practicing in India. She is enthusiastic about the oral problems. She has desire to improve the quality of life, restoring smile and provide oral comfort.