Temporo-mandibular ankylosis

Temporo-mandibular ankylosis: Introduction

Temporo-mandibular ankylosis: A disorder involving stiffness or fusion of the jaw joint which affects the ability of the jaw to open and close normally. The condition may occur congenitally or may be acquired through such things as trauma. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Temporo-mandibular ankylosis is available below.

Symptoms of Temporo-mandibular ankylosis

• Abnormal jaw function
• Facial deformity
• Inability to open mouth properly
• Jaw pain
• Clicking sound when moving jaw
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Causes of Temporo-mandibular ankylosis

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Temporo-mandibular ankylosis: Broader Related Topics

• Head conditions
• Oral conditions
• Bone or skeletal conditions
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Types of Temporo-mandibular ankylosis

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Definitions of Temporo-mandibular ankylosis:

Temporo-mandibular ankylosis is listed as a "rare disease" by the Office of Rare Diseases (ORD) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This means that Temporo-mandibular ankylosis, or a subtype of Temporo-mandibular ankylosis, affects less than 200,000 people in the US population.
Source - National Institutes of Health (NIH)

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