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Temporomandibular Joint

by Tammy Davenport
for About.com

Updated: April 30, 2008

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Definition: The temporomandibular joint, also known as TMJ, is the ball and socket joint that connects the lower jaw to the bone on each side of the head. Pain or tenderness in this area is usually referred to as TMJ disorders.
Pronunciation: Tem-por-o-man-di-bu-lar joint
Also Known As: TMJ
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