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📋Overview
Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) refer to a group of conditions affecting the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), the muscles controlling jaw movement, and related structures. These disorders can cause pain, dysfunction, and limited jaw movement. TMD is a modern, preferred term encompassing various clinical presentations previously described under different names such as TMJ syndrome or myofascial pain dysfunction.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0039494ICD-10-CM
M26.6M26.609M26.60
MeSH
D013705
SNOMED CT (US)
41888000
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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