Abstract:Aim:To compare the features of human and rat TMJ anatomically.Objective: To analyze and evaluate human and rat TMJ from an anatomical point of view and make a comparison between them to set an alternate and easy model of TMJ.
Background:The human TMJ is a group of anatomical structures that with a special group of muscles, is responsible for the movement of the mandible during mastication. This joint has a unique structure and function as compared with other diarthrodial joints. TMJ disorders and other related… Show more
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