If you only hear clicking sounds in your jaw, immediate treatment may not be necessary. However, if left unaddressed, the articular disc that enables smooth jaw movement may shift out of place.

However, education on knee anatomy, how injuries happen ... The knee has two types of cartilage: meniscus and articular cartilage. The menisci are crescent-shaped discs that act as cushions ...

in vivo and clinical studies are needed to understand the exact role of apoptosis in the TMJ disc degeneration mechanism. [1] G. Musumeci, C. Loreto, M. L. Carnazza and G. Martinez, “Characterization ...

If you’ve ever experienced a stress headache, it’s possible you might be suffering with TMJ – a painful condition ... a small area called the articular disc. You might develop TMJ after ...

The temporomandibular joint can be affected by various conditions, such as joint dysfunction, degenerative changes, inflammatory processes, infections, tumors, and trauma. The aim of this pictorial ...

A bulging disc in the neck occurs when the gel-like center of a spinal disc protrudes into the spinal cord. This can cause pain in the neck, shoulders, arms, and back. Certain exercises or ...

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) has developed evidence-based guidance for evaluating, diagnosing and treating patients with temporomandibular joint (TMJ ...

Vector illustration Skull mandibular anatomy engraving 1866 Atlas of descriptive ... Illustration comparing the shapes of the articular disk ( normal jaw and Temporomandibular disorders ) Illustration ...

They may need to do other tests, like MRI or CT scan. The MRI can show if the TMJ disc is in the proper position as your jaw moves. A CT scan shows the bony detail of the joint. Your doctor or ...

This cross-sectional study aimed to evaluate the presence of bone changes on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans of patients with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) anterior disc displacement ... the ...