Limited mandibular mobility and potential jaw dysfunction.
This investigation studied relationships between signs and symptoms of potential mandibular dysfunction and limitations of maximum active depression and maximum active lateral excursion of the mandible in young adult males. Mouth opening capacity was not associated with symptoms and signs thought to be clinically indicative of the status of the mandibular locomotor system. Limitations of mandibular lateral excursions, on the other hand, were associated with signs and symptoms of potential mandibular dysfunction, but not with signs and symptoms from the temporomandibular joints.
D000328:Adult; D003768:Dental Occlusion, Centric; D006801:Humans; D007593:Joint Instability / Q000503:physiopathology*; D008297:Male; D008334:Mandible / Q000503:physiopathology*; D009068:Movement; D009119:Muscle Contraction; D013703:Temporal Muscle / Q000502:physiology; D013705:Temporomandibular Joint Disorders / Q000503:physiopathology*; D014070:Tooth / Q000502:physiology