Learning Objectives

By the end of this lecture, participants will be able to:

• Understand the classification and common clinical presentations of temporomandibular disorders.
• Conduct a systematic history and clinical examination of patients with suspected TMD.
• Recognize key clinical signs and symptoms that aid in differential diagnosis.
• Differentiate TMJ-related pain from other common sources of orofacial pain.
• Interpret joint sounds, pain patterns, and limitations in mandibular movement.
• Identify when additional investigations or specialist referral may be indicated.
• Apply a structured diagnostic approach to common TMJ cases encountered in clinical practice.