1
Q
What type of joint is the TMJ?
A
Atypical Synovial
2
Q
What are the surfaces of the TMJ covered in?
A
Fibrocartilage
3
Q
Why is the TMJ an atypical synovial joint?
A
It’s surfaces are lined with fibrocartilage and not hyaline
4
Q
What are the main movements of the TMJ?
A
Depression
Elevation
Lateral deviation
Protraction
Retraction
BDS2 Anatomy
flashcards
Decks in class (32)
# Cards
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Anatomical Terminology6
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Skeletal - bones33
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Skeletal - bone sections43
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Skeletal - joints46
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Skeletal - joint and their movement - Synovial42
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Skeletal - joint and their movement - Fibrous and cartilaginous42
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Skeletal joints and their specific names4
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Skeletal - Diseases associated with bone8
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Nerves of the cranium34
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Nerve of the Cranium - foramen and route16
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Arteries of Cranium0
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Heart - coronary arteries14
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Heart - Aorta (carotid artery)40
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Heart - Aorta (subclavian artery)25
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Heart - Vena Cava11
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Heart- Pulmonary Artery12
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Quick cardio0
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Thorax56
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Neck58
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vein and arteries - neck46
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Ribs2
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Lungs7
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Scalp50
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Muscles of Facial expression0
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Oral Cavity 162
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Oral Cavity 221
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Oral cavity 330
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Oral cavity 410
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Anatomy Of Mastication33
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Trigeminal - Clinical Notes26
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Muscles Of Mastication32
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TMJ4
