TMJ Anatomy and Function Quiz
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What is the primary sensory nerve responsible for the innervation of the temporomandibular joint?

  • Facial nerve
  • Auriculotemporal nerve (correct)
  • Maxillary nerve
  • Hypoglossal nerve

Which blood vessel primarily supplies the temporomandibular joint?

  • Maxillary artery
  • Superficial temporal branch (correct)
  • Internal carotid artery
  • Facial artery

What is defined as the maximum intercuspation of the teeth?

  • Interocclusal space
  • Rest position of the mandible
  • Centric occlusion (CO) (correct)
  • Centric relation (CR)

In which position are the condyles at their uppermost position in the mandibular fossa without translation?

<p>Centric relation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the interocclusal space in the rest position of the mandible when the head is upright?

<p>1-3 mm (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Innervation and Vascularization

  • Sensory innervation to the temporomandibular joint stems from the auriculotemporal and masseteric branches of the mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve.
  • Arterial blood supply for the temporomandibular joint is primarily provided by branches of the external carotid artery, mainly the superficial temporal branch.

Mandibular Position

  • Centric Occlusion (CO) or Intercuspal Position (ICP): Refers to the maximum intercuspation of the teeth, where the upper and lower teeth are in full contact.
  • Centric Relation (CR): The jaw’s rest position where the condyles are at their highest point in the mandibular fossa, allowing movement without condylar translation.
  • The interocclusal space at the rest position of the mandible, with the head upright, measures approximately 1-3 mm at the incisors.

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Test your knowledge on the innervation and vascularization of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). This quiz covers key concepts such as sensory innervation, blood supply, and basic jaw positions. Enhance your understanding of TMJ anatomy and its functional implications.

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