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A dysfunction of the disk’s normal position and/or function in the temporomandibular joint in which it cannot return to normal position or function.  

Restriction of mandibular movement because of pathology or dysfunction of the disk; a dysfunction of the normal articular disk movement that often results in pain and normal mandibular movement.  

An endosseous dental implant consisting of a plate, neck, and abutment. The implant is inserted laterally into the edentulous ridge.  

Disk dislodgment where the temporomandibular joint disk has shifted in an anterior‐medial direction when at rest but does not return to its proper position with mandibular movement.  

Disk dislodgment where the temporomandibular joint disk has shifted in an anterior‐medial direction when at rest but returns to its proper position with mandibular movement. It frequently has an associated clicking sound.  

A separation of the disk from its capsule, ligament, or bony surface.  

A misalignment of the articular disk between the condyle, fossa, and/or the bony eminence that often results in pain, swelling, and/or difficulty with mastication.  

Progressive degenerative changes in the temporomandibular joint articular disk; the breakdown of the joint articular disk through degenerative disease.  

A thin, flat, circular object or plate. An enlargement of the floral receptacle or ovary that secretes nectar or displays stamens, usually ring- or cup-shaped; (In Cyperaceae) three-lobed structure occurring at the base of the nutlet in Scleria and Diplacrum; The lip in orchids and sometimes the removable part of the rostellum projection (viscidium). The…

A component of artificial prosthesis that allows movement between two or more parts.