 Clinical Significance of Temporomandibular Joint Abnormalities - http://www.urmc.rochester.edu/smd/Rad/TMJ/PLWTMJ.htm Bilateral imaging that shows abnormalities in patients with and without pain. |
 TMJ Syndrome: The Overlooked Diagnosis - http://www.headandneck.com/book/ A book by Dr. Richard Goldman that is fully available online for free. Chapters include tooth grinding, ear symptoms, triggers, treatment, surgery, and costs. |
 Animated MRI of the Temporomandibular Joint - http://www.quintpub.com/tmj_animations.html 8 MRI's with case reports, animated to show the particular problem. |
 The TMJ Association, Ltd. - http://www.tmj.org/ Provides information to patients, health professionals and the public, and advocates for research and treatment. |
 Clenching Syndrome - http://www.clenchingsyndrome.com Information about clenching teeth. |
 Temporomandibular Joint Disorders: An Overview at Simple Steps to Better Dental Health - http://www.simplestepsdental.com/SS/ihtSS/r.WSIHW000/st.28829/t.28829/pr.3.html A detailed look at these disorders including the symptoms, causes, treatment, possible surgery and chat transcripts from experts. |
 eMedicine Health: TMJ Overview - http://www.emedicinehealth.com/Articles/14227-1.asp Explains the symptoms and treatment options. |
 Craniofacial Pain Center - http://www.orofacialpain.com The Craniofacial Pain Center of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine is devoted to the diagnosis and management of temporomandibular disorders and chronic head, neck and facial pain. Find patient and professional information and educational programs. |
 TMJ: Diet and Exercise Treatment - http://www.ctds.info/tmj.html Covers nonsurgical treatment options. Reviews symptoms linked to the condition. |
 American Academy of Craniofacial Pain - http://www.aacfp.org/ General information about the disorder and its symptoms. Includes a referral area which tells the percentage of the doctor's practice that is devoted to TMJD patients. |
 American Board of Orofacial Pain - http://abop.med-office.com/ Non-profit organization dedicated to facial pain and related disorders. Also provides a list of physicians. |
 JJAMD, Inc - http://tmjoints.org/ The Jaw Joints and Allied Musculo-Skeletal Disorders Foundation is a non-profit advocacy organization that focuses on prevention, awareness, education, and research. |
 Long-term Rheumatological Findings Associated with Alloplastic Temporomandibular Joint Implants - http://iadr.confex.com/iadr/2004Hawaii/techprogram/abstract_47607.htm To assess whether alloplastic implants were associated with rheumatological disorders, the study supported by a grant from Dow Corning Corporation, who made the implants. |
 TMJ Chat - http://www.eboards4all.com/360647/ Offers a message board to discuss surgery and related problems. |
 Physical Therapy Corner: The Temporomandibular Joint - http://www.nismat.org/ptcor/tmj/ Anatomy pictures, muscles, joint movement, symptom list, self care tips, and simple ergonomics and posture information. |
 American Society of Temporomandibular Joint Surgeons - http://www.astmjs.org/ Non-profit organization of maxillofacial, orthopedic, plastic/reconstructive and oral and maxillofacial surgical specialists dedicated to promoting education, research, and patient services concerning orthopedic disease of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Includes diagnosis and management guidelines, video clips and a membership list. |
 Temporomandibular.info - http://www.temporomandibular.info Information for patients and dentists. |
 Temporomandibular Joint Disc Replacement Made by Tissue-Engineered Growth of Cartilage - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7965312?dopt=Abstract The new technique of tissue-engineered growth of cartilage for the replacement of discs and its effectiveness. |
 Self-Reported Systemic, Immune-Mediated Disorders in Patients with and without Proplast-Teflon Implants of the TMJ - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10199486?dopt=Abstract Examines self-reported systemic and immune mediated disorders in patients with Proplast-Teflon TMJ implants by comparing them to a group who was not exposed to these alloplastic implants and to a group who has had these implants removed. |
 Ten Year Outcome of Nonsurgical Treatment for Internal Derangment of the TMJ with Closed Lock - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12424450?dopt=Abstract 56 patients were treated nonsurgically and then evaluated at 10 years to determine if their pain, jaw dysfunction, and limiting of daily activities had improved. From PubMed. |
 Protocol for the Management of Failed Alloplastic TMJ Disc Implants - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7562188?dopt=Abstract The management of failed Proplast/Teflon, Silastic, and Christensen Fossa implants by removal, joint debridement, recountouring of the articulating surfaces, and placement of a temporalis muscle/fascia flap for joint lining including the outcome of this protocol. |
 TMJ Concepts/Techmedia Custom-Made Total Joint Prosthesis: A Five Year Follow Up - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12767873?dopt=Abstract 42 consecutive patients had reconstruction using this prosthesis, and were followed for 5-8 years to determine the long term results. |
 Clinical Evaluation of Patients with Temporomandibular Joint Implants - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12464999?dopt=Abstract A comparison of two groups of patients. |
 The International TMJ and Sleep Medicine Network - http://www.itsmn.com/ An online portal for individuals to find a doctor or dentist in their area that treat temporomandibular joint syndrome and other sleep disorders. |
 TMJ Talk - http://tmjtalk.yuku.com Patient hosted, moderated discussion board on aspects of this disorder. |
 Comparison of Two Temporomandibular Joint Prosthesis Systems - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12796878?dopt=Abstract Compares the outcomes of two sets of patients. |
 Long-Term Study of TMJ Surgery with Alloplastic Implants Compared with Nonimplant Surgery for Painful TMJ Disc Displacement - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12465000?dopt=Abstract Long term study of 466 patients in 5 treatment groups to determine the outcome of Silastic, permanent Silastic, or Proplast implants to replace painful disc displacements compared to nonimplant surgery or nonsurgical modalities. |
 Morphologic and Immunohistochemical Observation of Explanted Proplast-Teflon TMJ Implants - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8531001?dopt=Abstract Evaluates the cellular tissue response to disc material by its changes and fragmentation. |