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Where is ELASTIN found within the TMJ?

  1. Bilaminar zone (retrodiscal tissue)
  2. Lateral pterygoid attachment
  3. Articular cartilage of condyle
  4. Articular disc (central zone)
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Correct answer: A. Bilaminar zone (retrodiscal tissue)

ELASTIN is in the BILAMINAR ZONE (posterior attachment/retrodiscal tissue) — specifically superior stratum, allowing disc to return posteriorly during closing after forward translation. Articular disc = fibrocartilage (type I collagen).

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