What is the thickest part of the articular disc?

Anterior
Intermediate zone
Posterior
Medial
Lateral

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Correct answer: C. Posterior

The articular disc is biconcave u2014 thinnest at the intermediate zone (center). The posterior band is the thickest portion, as it attaches to the retrodiscal tissue where there is the most space between condyle and temporal bone. The anterior band is slightly thinner than the posterior.

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