disk of temporomandibular joint

articular disc of temporomandibular joint

The fibrocartilaginous plate that separates the joint into upper and lower cavities.

Type Joint
Latin Name articular disc of temporomandibular joint
FMA ID 57059

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the disk of temporomandibular joint?
The fibrocartilaginous plate that separates the joint into upper and lower cavities.
What is the Latin name for the disk of temporomandibular joint?
The Latin name for the disk of temporomandibular joint is articular disc of temporomandibular joint.

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