Principles of Anatomy and Physiology 14e with Atlas of the Skeleton Set (14th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 1-11877-456-6
ISBN 13: 978-1-11877-456-4

Chapter 9 - Joints - Critical Thinking Questions - Page 290: 3

Answer

The condylar processes of the mandible got into a position anterior to the articular tubercles of the temporal bones . This relationship means that Antonio's mandible was dislocated.

Work Step by Step

The dislocation could be corrected by pressing downward on Antonio's molars while pushing his mandible backward. A temporamandibular joint specialist (dentist) would safely carry out this manoeuver.
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