title: Aetiology and diagnosis of clinically evident jaw trismus.
abstract: Trismus is a common problem presenting to the dental practitioner. It is usually of a benign nature; however a number of types can have serious implications. This review outlines the aetiology and diagnosis of clinically evident jaw trismus.
authors.affiliation: Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, School of Dentistry, University of Otago.
authors.forename: N H
authors.initials: NH
authors.lastname: Luyk
authors.forename: B
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Steinberg
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D013705:Temporomandibular Joint Disorders / Q000150:complications; D014313:Trismus / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*