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Anatomy and Function of the TMJ by Valeria Altamirano is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document discusses the anatomy and function of the human temporomandibular joint (TMJ), emphasizing its significance from various scientific perspectives, including anatomy, genetics, and anthropology. It presents a study based on 137 adult white skulls and highlights the role of the external pterygoid muscles in jaw movement, particularly in opening the mouth and chewing. The findings suggest that the TMJ operates as a modified hinge joint, with the articular eminence playing a crucial role in its func
- Author
- Valeria Altamirano
- Language
- EN