Normal TMJ (open and shut) radiographs

Case contributed by Ian Bickle
Diagnosis not applicable

Presentation

Pain and swelling of the left TMJ joint. No acute trauma.

Patient Data

Age: 15 years
Gender: Female

Normal appearances of the temporomandibular joint in the open and closed positions.

Case Discussion

Normal appearances of the temporomandibular joint.

It is typically imaged in the open and closed positions.

How to use cases

You can use Radiopaedia cases in a variety of ways to help you learn and teach.

Creating your own cases is easy.