temporomandibular

[ tem-puh-roh-man-dib-yuh-ler ]

adjective

, Anatomy.

1. of, relating to, or situated near the hinge joint formed by the lower jaw and the temporal bone of the skull.

Word History and Origins

Origin of temporomandibular¹

First recorded in 1885–90; temporo- + mandibular

Example Sentences

Altered neck muscles and poor posture also can strain jaw joints and muscles, creating temporomandibular joint pain.

From Seattle Times

And it often goes hand in hand with temporomandibular joint disorders, which cause pain around the jaw.

From Washington Post

He was concerned that she could have a growth or tumor inside one of her temporomandibular joints.

From New York Times

Intriguing results have been seen with propranolol and chronic pain: Studies suggest it can prevent the development of a hypersensitive pain state among animals and is associated with a reduction of pain in people with arthritis and temporomandibular disorder, a condition that causes pain in the jaw and face.

From Washington Post

“We’re also seeing a rise in people breaking their teeth. A lot of that is from stress, people clenching and grinding more, so more TMJ issues,” she says, referring to the temporomandibular joint at the intersection of the cheekbone and jaw.

From Washington Post