title: Functional anatomy of the temporomandibular joint.
abstract: Some of the features of the anatomical structures of the temporomandibular joint are outlined, and a brief account of development and nerve supply is followed by consideration of some of the biomechanical aspects of the muscles of mastication.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Rayne
mesh_terms: D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D002358:Cartilage, Articular / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000294:innervation; D006801:Humans; D008410:Masticatory Muscles / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000502:physiology; D009068:Movement; D013704:Temporomandibular Joint / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000196:embryology / Q000294:innervation / Q000502:physiology