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Temporomandibular joint (TMJ)

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Temporomandibular joint (TMJ)

The temporomandibular joint is a hinge that connects the jawbone to the skull.

In mammals, the temporomandibular joint is formed by the mandibular fossa in the temporal bone and the head of the lower jaw.

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