/temporomandibular joint dysfunction syndrome

temporomandibular joint dysfunction syndrome

Rare Disease

MONDO:0021895

Also Known As

temporomandibular joint dysfunction syndromeCosten SyndromeCosten's SyndromeCosten's complexCosten's syndromeCostens SyndromeJoint Syndrome, TemporomandibularMandibular dysfunctionMyofascial Pain Dysfunction Syndrome, Temporomandibular JointMyofascial pain - dysfunction syndrome of TMJSnapping jawSyndrome, Costen'sSyndrome, TMJSyndrome, Temporomandibular JointTMJ SyndromeTMJ syndromeTMJPDS - Temporomandibular joint pain dysfunction syndromeTemporomandibular Joint Dysfunction SyndromeTemporomandibular Joint SyndromeTemporomandibular joint pain dysfunction syndromeTemporomandibular joint syndromeTemporomandibular joint-pain-dysfunction syndrome

Definition

A common disorder noted with jaw movement. It may be caused by malocclusion, repetitive use injury, trauma or arthritis. It is more prevalent among females between their second and fourth decades. Clinical signs include preauricular pain, temporomandibular joint clicking (as the mandibular condyle slips from the articulation made with the capsular disk and temporal bone) and restriction of jaw motion. Clinical course is typically benign but may progress to associated headaches, ear and neck pain, tinnitus and dislocation of temporomandibular joint. Prognosis is favorable as a majority of cases will respond to conservative management.