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What type of joint is the temporomandibular joint (TMJ)?
What type of joint is the temporomandibular joint (TMJ)?
- Fibrous joint
- Synovial joint (correct)
- Hinge joint
- Cartilaginous joint
What is the main function of the fibrous articular disk in the TMJ?
What is the main function of the fibrous articular disk in the TMJ?
- To absorb shock
- To divide the joint into two compartments (correct)
- To reduce friction between bones
- To enhance the strength of ligaments
Which of the following muscles is primarily responsible for the elevation of the mandible?
Which of the following muscles is primarily responsible for the elevation of the mandible?
- Mylohyoid
- Digastrics
- Lateral pterygoid
- Masseter (correct)
The TMJ allows what type of rotational movement to take place in the lower compartment?
The TMJ allows what type of rotational movement to take place in the lower compartment?
What type of connective tissue covers the articular surfaces of the TMJ?
What type of connective tissue covers the articular surfaces of the TMJ?
Which muscle is NOT involved in the voluntary control of mandibular movements?
Which muscle is NOT involved in the voluntary control of mandibular movements?
What is the correct term for the gliding (translational) movements of the mandible that occur in the upper compartment of the TMJ?
What is the correct term for the gliding (translational) movements of the mandible that occur in the upper compartment of the TMJ?
Which muscle primarily helps in the positioning and guiding of the mandible?
Which muscle primarily helps in the positioning and guiding of the mandible?
What anatomical structure separates the two compartments of the TMJ?
What anatomical structure separates the two compartments of the TMJ?
Which function does NOT belong to the superficial portion of the masseter muscle?
Which function does NOT belong to the superficial portion of the masseter muscle?
What is the significance of interarch and intraarch relationships of the teeth?
What is the significance of interarch and intraarch relationships of the teeth?
What characterizes centric relation?
What characterizes centric relation?
Which of the following describes the types of movement involved in centric relation?
Which of the following describes the types of movement involved in centric relation?
In what position does a hinge axis movement begin?
In what position does a hinge axis movement begin?
What aspect is independent during complete static intercuspation?
What aspect is independent during complete static intercuspation?
What may or may not coincide with maximum intercuspation?
What may or may not coincide with maximum intercuspation?
What does the direction of motion refer to in the context of dental movement?
What does the direction of motion refer to in the context of dental movement?
What is an important characteristic of the maximum condylar position?
What is an important characteristic of the maximum condylar position?
Which of the following best illustrates the clinical significance of dental movement?
Which of the following best illustrates the clinical significance of dental movement?
What is the role of the glenoid fossa related to dental movement?
What is the role of the glenoid fossa related to dental movement?
What is the primary function of the muscle that originates from the temporal fossa?
What is the primary function of the muscle that originates from the temporal fossa?
What is the insertion point of the muscle that elevates and protrudes the mandible?
What is the insertion point of the muscle that elevates and protrudes the mandible?
During bilateral contraction of the lateral pterygoid muscle, what movement occurs?
During bilateral contraction of the lateral pterygoid muscle, what movement occurs?
Which ligament functions primarily to limit and restrict mandibular movements?
Which ligament functions primarily to limit and restrict mandibular movements?
What role do the suprahyoid and infrahyoid muscles play during the contraction of the digastric muscle?
What role do the suprahyoid and infrahyoid muscles play during the contraction of the digastric muscle?
What type of movement characterizes the centric relation of the mandible?
What type of movement characterizes the centric relation of the mandible?
What muscle action is primarily associated with the lateral pterygoid muscle during unilateral contraction?
What muscle action is primarily associated with the lateral pterygoid muscle during unilateral contraction?
Which origin point corresponds to the muscle responsible for keeping the articular disk properly aligned?
Which origin point corresponds to the muscle responsible for keeping the articular disk properly aligned?
The digastric muscle primarily functions to do what to the mandible when contracted?
The digastric muscle primarily functions to do what to the mandible when contracted?
Which of the following statements about ligaments is true?
Which of the following statements about ligaments is true?
Flashcards
Centric Relation
Centric Relation
The position where the condyles of the mandible are in their most retruded, unstrained position within the glenoid fossa. It's the starting point for all mandibular movements.
Rotation and Translation
Rotation and Translation
Types of motion that occur during jaw movements. Rotation involves pivoting around a fixed axis, while translation refers to a sliding movement.
Planes of Motion
Planes of Motion
The direction in which the jaw moves. This can be described in planes, such as sagittal, horizontal, and vertical.
Degree of Movement
Degree of Movement
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Interarch Relationship
Interarch Relationship
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Intraarch Relationship
Intraarch Relationship
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Clinical Significance of Movement
Clinical Significance of Movement
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Maximum Intercuspation
Maximum Intercuspation
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Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ)
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ)
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Dense Fibrous Connective Tissue in TMJ
Dense Fibrous Connective Tissue in TMJ
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Fibrous Articular Disc in TMJ
Fibrous Articular Disc in TMJ
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Superior Joint Cavity of TMJ
Superior Joint Cavity of TMJ
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Inferior Joint Cavity of TMJ
Inferior Joint Cavity of TMJ
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Rotational Movement of TMJ
Rotational Movement of TMJ
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Translational Movement of TMJ
Translational Movement of TMJ
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Muscles of Mastication
Muscles of Mastication
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Elevator Muscles
Elevator Muscles
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Depressor Muscles
Depressor Muscles
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Temporalis Muscle
Temporalis Muscle
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Medial Pterygoid Muscle
Medial Pterygoid Muscle
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Lateral Pterygoid Muscle
Lateral Pterygoid Muscle
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Digastric Muscle
Digastric Muscle
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Mylohyoid Muscle
Mylohyoid Muscle
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TMJ Ligaments
TMJ Ligaments
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TMJ Movements
TMJ Movements
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Study Notes
Mandibular Movements Part 1
- The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the articulation between the temporal bone and the mandible.
- It is one of the most complex joints in the body.
- The TMJ is a hinge and gliding joint, and it is the most frequently used joint in the body.
- The TMJ contains a fibrous articular disc.
- The disc divides the joint into upper and lower compartments, enabling a wider range of mandibular movement.
- The disc allows for both rotational and translational movements.
- Rotational movements occur in the lower compartment.
- Translational (gliding) movements take place in the upper compartment.
Factors Regulating Mandibular Movements
- Temporomandibular Joint: The articulation between the temporal bone and mandible.
- Muscles: Active muscles control voluntary mandibular movement.
- Ligaments: Passive structures that limit and restrict mandibular movement.
- Dentition and supportive structures: Exact interarch and intraarch relationships of the teeth directly affect the health and function of the masticatory system.
Muscles
- Masseter: Originates from the zygomatic arch and inserts on the lateral aspect of the lower border of the ramus.
- Function: elevation and protrusion (superficial); elevation (deep portion).
- Temporalis: Originates from the temporal fossa, inserting at the coronoid process and anterior border of the ramus; function: elevation and retrusion.
- Medial pterygoid (internal pterygoid): Originates from the medial surface of the lateral pterygoid plate, palatine bone, and maxillary tuberosity. Inserts on the medial surface of the angle of the mandible and inferior surface of the ramus; function: elevation, protrusion.
- Lateral pterygoid (superior head): Originates from the infratemporal surface of the greater wing of sphenoid, inserts at the neck of condyle and articular disc; function: keeps the disc aligned with the condyle during function.
- Lateral pterygoid (inferior head): Originates from the lateral surface of the lateral pterygoid plate, inserts at the neck of the condyle; function: protrusion, lateral movement.
- Depressor Muscles: Digastric, geniohyoid, mylohyoid, stylohyoid, geniohyoid, and other suprahyoid and infrahyoid muscles depress the mandible.
Ligaments
- Ligaments consist of collagenous connective tissues with specific lengths.
- They do not stretch.
- They are passive restraining devices that limit and restrict mandibular movements.
- Important ligaments of the TMJ include the joint capsule, temporomandibular ligament, sphenomandibular ligament, and stylomandibular ligament.
Dentition and Supportive Structures
- Each tooth is specifically shaped for its function.
- The precise interarch and intraarch relationships of the teeth significantly impact the health and function of the masticatory system.
Centric Relation
- Maxillomandibular relationship with the condyles in the furthest back (retruded), relaxed position within the glenoid fossa. This is the starting position for hinge movements.
- It's the most superior condylar position from which a hinge-axis movement can happen.
- Maximum Intercuspation: the complete static contact of opposing teeth, independent of the condylar position.
- Centric Occlusion: the occlusion (contact) of opposing teeth when the mandible is in centric relation. It may not be the same as maximum intercuspation (when teeth mesh together most fully).
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This quiz examines the anatomy and function of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which facilitates complex mandibular movements. It covers the structure of the joint, the role of muscles and ligaments in movement, and the importance of dental relationships. Test your knowledge and understanding of these crucial components in oral physiology.
