TMJ & Orthodontics Explained

Unlock the deep connection between orthodontics and the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). In this 90-minute masterclass, we go beyond the textbooks — explaining biomechanics, musculoskeletal stability, TMD screening, clinical examination techniques, and advanced treatment planning.

👉 What you’ll learn:

* The concept of orthopedic stability in the masticatory system
* How to locate the musculoskeletally stable condylar position
* Screening protocols for TMD patients before orthodontics
* Clinical techniques: muscle palpation, TMJ palpation, occlusal evaluation
* Imaging strategies (ceph, CBCT, MRI) for diagnosis
* Managing TMD symptoms during orthodontic therapy
* Case studies with facial asymmetry and disc displacement

📚 This lecture is based on **Chapter 7 of Orthodontic Therapy and the Temporomandibular Disorder Patient (Elsevier, 2011)**, expanded with clinical examples, analogies, and real-world orthodontic experience.

Whether you’re a pre-graduate student, a resident, or a practicing orthodontist refreshing fundamentals, this masterclass will sharpen your diagnostic eye and deepen your understanding of TMJ in orthodontics.