Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome

Synonyms

Costen Syndrome

Costen's Syndrome

Costens Syndrome

Joint Syndrome, Temporomandibular

Myofascial Pain Dysfunction Syndrome, Temporomandibular Joint

Syndrome, Costen's

Syndrome, TMJ

Syndrome, Temporomandibular Joint

TMJ Syndrome

Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome

A symptom complex consisting of pain, muscle tenderness, clicking in the joint, and limitation or alteration of mandibular movement. The symptoms are subjective and manifested primarily in the masticatory muscles rather than the temporomandibular joint itself. Etiologic factors are uncertain but include occlusal dysharmony and psychophysiologic factors.