Diagnosis and Treatment of TMJ Disorders

Explore the diagnosis and treatment of temporomandibular disorders (TMD) in this comprehensive lecture by Dr. Michele Jehenson, Clinical Assistant Professor at Stanford University Medical Center. Gain insights into the anatomy of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), various TMJ disorders, muscle disorders, and joint issues such as benign clicking and open lock. Learn about TMJ remodeling, posterior displacement, trauma, and adaptability. Discover the role of splints, their potential overuse, and other treatment options. Address common questions about ear pain, teeth grinding, and the involvement of orthodontists in TMD management. Enhance your understanding of this complex condition affecting the jaw joint and chewing muscles, which can cause significant pain and restricted jaw movement in daily life.

Introduction
Anatomy of TMJ
TMJ Disorder
TMJ Remodeling
TMJ Disorders
Muscle Disorders
Joint Disorders
Benign Clicking
Open Lock
Posterior Displacement
Trauma
Adaptability
TMJ schematic
Questions and answers
Are splints overused
What is a splint
What is an adjunct
Is it worth exploring
If you wear them fulltime
Ear pain
Ear infection
Teeth grinding
Orthodontists
Appliances