Anatomy & Histology · single question
What is occurring?
The condyle is positioned in front of (anterior to) the articular eminence.
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Correct answer: A. Condylar dislocation/subluxation — the patient cannot move the condyle back into the fossa
Condyle anterior to and locked beyond the eminence = TMJ dislocation (open lock).
- A. Correct. When the condyle translates beyond the eminence and gets stuck, it is dislocated (locked open), unable to return.
- B. Being stuck anterior to the eminence is dislocation, not normal movement.
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