temporomandibular
adjective
tem·po·ro·man·dib·u·lar
ˈtem-pə-rō-man-ˈdi-byə-lər 
: of, relating to, being, or affecting the joint between the temporal bone and the mandible that allows for the movement of the mandible
temporomandibular dysfunction
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Insecure guys might consider chewing rock-hard gum to chisel their profiles (potentially putting themselves at risk for temporomandibular disorders) or seeking out jawline filler.
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The New York Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2025
Several treatments are available that can help alleviate jaw tightness and reduce the frequency of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) flare-ups.
—Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 21 Mar. 2025
The remedy is effective for folks suffering from temporomandibular joint disorder, which causes jaw pain and stiffness, or teeth grinders, like me.
—Morgan Tilton, The Denver Post, 4 Mar. 2025
This treatment can also boost collagen production, ease sinus congestion, and even provide relief for TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorders.
—Tira Urquhart, Essence, 17 Jan. 2025
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The New York Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2025
Several treatments are available that can help alleviate jaw tightness and reduce the frequency of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) flare-ups.
—Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 21 Mar. 2025
The remedy is effective for folks suffering from temporomandibular joint disorder, which causes jaw pain and stiffness, or teeth grinders, like me.
—Morgan Tilton, The Denver Post, 4 Mar. 2025
This treatment can also boost collagen production, ease sinus congestion, and even provide relief for TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorders.
—Tira Urquhart, Essence, 17 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for temporomandibular
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temporomandibular
adjective
tem·po·ro·man·dib·u·lar
ˈtem-pə-rō-man-ˈdib-yə-lər
: of, relating to, or affecting the temporomandibular joint
temporomandibular pain and dysfunction—George Dimitroulis
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