Is lateral pterygoid palpation a reliable method to determine the presence of TMD?

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Tripdatabase
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18309742
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Abstract

Lateral pterygoid palpation alone is not a reliable method for assessing TMD, and should be used alongside other diagnostic tools such as imaging for more accurate diagnosis.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Temporomandibular Joint Disorders Oropharyngeal Anatomy and Pathologies Facial Trauma and Fracture Management

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
20 January 2026