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What two specific structures articulate to form the jaw?
The mandible (lower jaw bone) articulates with the temporal bone of the skull at the temporomandibular joint (TMJ).
What articulates with the temporal bone to form a freely movable joint?
The mandible articulates with the temporal bone to form the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which is a freely movable joint that allows for actions such as opening and closing the mouth, chewing, and speaking.
What could it be if you can feel something as hard as bone inside your ear and it's above your TMJ?
If you can feel something as hard as bone inside your ear, located above your TMJ, it could be a bone spur or other growth. It should be checked by a doctor to make sure it is not likely to become a problem.
What bone connects the mandible to the temporal bone?
The bone that connects the mandible to the temporal bone is the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). It allows for movement of the jaw and is essential for functions like chewing and speaking. Issues with the TMJ can lead to conditions like temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD).
What two bones does the jaw joint include?
The jaw joint, also known as the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), includes the mandible (lower jaw bone) and the temporal bone (part of the skull).
Mandibular fossa of temporal bone?
The mandibular fossa is a depression on the underside of the temporal bone where the lower jaw (mandible) articulates to form the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). This joint allows for jaw movement during activities like chewing and speaking. The mandibular fossa is lined with cartilage and acts as a cushion to reduce friction during jaw movements.
Can you have tmj in your back?
The TMJ, or temporomandibular joint, is the joint of the jaw. So no, it is not physically possible to have TMJ in your back.
What ia tmj?
The temporomandibular joint is where the region in your skull, known as the temporal bone, touches your mandible, your lower jawbone thats keeps your lower bottom teeth in place. It means that your TMJ gives you a functional jaw which allows you to move it up down and from side to side. Pain in the tmj can be very difficult to handle and will cause you trouble to move your jaw. One should see the expert quickly.
What is the difference between tmj and tetanus?
There are nearly no similarities, at all, with the exception of location. Tetanus is a disease that can cramp and lock your jaw muscles, preventing normal eating. TMJ is an abbreviation for your jaw joint, just under your ear. TMJ stands for 'temporo-mandibular joint. When people say, "I have TMJ", they really mean that they have a TMJ disorder which can range from the TMJ popping when the mouth is opened or closed all the way to an actual dislocation of the TMJ when the mouth is opened or closed.
What is the praying muscles?
The sternocleidomastoid muscles acts as the first levers. They connect at the collar bone. People with TMJ may have problems but can focus on bitting directly at the front of the jaw.
What part of the occipital bone forms a joint with the atlas?
It is one of the atlanto-occipital joints which is a subcategory of the craniovertebral joints. It aids in the nodding of the head.
What is TMJ ammo?
TMJ... Total Metal Jacket... is intended to keep airborne lead to a minimum. Some ranges require it. TMJ completely surrounds the lead core with copper.
