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Citation, DOI & article dataCitation: Pham, R., Murphy, A. Temporomandibular joint (axiolateral view). Reference article, Radiopaedia.org. (accessed on 08 Sep 2022) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-52009 The axiolateral temporomandibular joint (TMJ) view allows for visualization of the articular tubercle, mandibular condyle and fossa of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). On this page:This projection is useful in identifying structural changes and displaced fractures, assessing excursion and joint spaces in the trauma setting, and evaluating the presence of joint noises, trismus and occlusal alterations 1.
ReferencesRelated articles: Imaging in practicePromoted articles (advertising)How many degrees and in which direction should the CR be directed for the Axiolateral oblique projection of the mandible?Mandible, Zygomatic Arches, TMJs. What is the central ray angulation for the Axiolateral oblique projection of the TMJ?Positioning TMG SINUS MANDIBLE. What is the central ray angulation for the AP axial projection of the TMJ quizlet?What is the central-ray angulation for the AP axial projection of the TMJ? The long axis of the mandibular body should with the transverse axis of the IR.
When a PA projection of the skull is performed the central ray is directed?Skull PA Axial Haas Method
Position of patient Prone with the central ray directed cephalad at an angle of 25 degrees. The angulation can be varied to demonstrate other anatomy as needed. The midsagittal plane is centered to the midline of the grid.
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