The posterior attachment: its structure, function, and appearance in TMJ imaging studies. Part 2.
The anatomy of the posterior attachment was described in the first part of this paper (J Craniomandib Disord Facial Oral Pain 1991;5:83-95). In part 2, the appearance of the posterior attachment in imaging studies and inferences on its function are discussed.
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Department of Oral Anatomy, College of Dentistry, University of Illinois, Chicago 60680.
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