How Is the Palpation of the Posterior Aspect of the TMJ

question 23

Multiple Choice

How is the palpation of the posterior aspect of the TMJ done?

• A) Place the index finger over the TMJ in front of the external auditory meatus and have the patient open and close his or her mouth.
• B) It cannot be done.
• C) Place your little finger in the patient's ear and have the patient open and close his or her mouth.
• D) It is done from inside the mouth.

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