Title: Module 10 Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction
Course: DEH 2400 Oral Pathology > Section: Module 10 Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction

Introduction

Temporomandibular joint disorders encompass a wide range of problems associated with the joint. Various types of TMJ disorders will be presented along with various treatment methods.
The dental hygienist should be knowledgeable of pathological conditions that may involve the temporomandibular joint.

Objectives

After completing this module the student will be able to:

- State three factors that have been implicated in the cause of temporomandibular disorders and three questions that would be appropriate to ask of a patient suspected of having a temporomandibular disorder.
- List at least two symptoms that are suggestive of temporomandibular dysfunction.
- State the function of radiographs in the evaluation of a patient with symptoms suggestive of temporomandibular dysfunction.
- List five types of temporomandibular disorders.
- List and describe the two main categories of treatment of temporomandibular disorders.
- State the names of one benign and one malignant tumor that may affect the temporomandibular joint area.

Reading and Resources

Textbook: Diseases Affecting the Temporomandibular Joint pp. 320-328