X - Ray Both TM Joints

This test is for

Male, Female

Test Preparation

Depending on the area to be imaged, you may be asked to wear a hospital gown at the time of the scan.
You may have to remove your jewelry and any metal objects which might interfere with the image.
Pregnant women should inform their doctor (and x-ray technician) as the radiations may affect the fetus. If needed, precautions can be taken to lower the radiation exposure to the fetus.

Understanding X - Ray Both TM Joints

What is X - Ray Both TM Joints?

X-ray of the TM (Temporomandibular) Joints is used to visualise this joint and the surrounding soft tissues like skin and muscles using small amount of radiation. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the joint that connects the jaw bone (known as mandible) to the skull.

This test is prescribed by the doctor to diagnose any suspected injury or fracture of the temporomandibular (TM) joint, and to diagnose any suspected jaw dislocation.

What is X - Ray Both TM Joints used for?

To diagnose any suspected injury or fracture of the temporomandibular (TM) joint
To diagnose any suspected jaw dislocation
To diagnose the cause of temporomandibular disorders which could be due to some problems of the muscles of the TM joint or because of the joint itself

Answers to Patient Concerns & Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about X - Ray Both TM Joints

Frequently Asked Questions about X - Ray Both TM Joints

Q. What are the drawbacks of a bone X-ray?

X-ray images give a very clear view of the bones. However, it does not provide a good visual image of the soft tissues like tendons, muscles or fat tissue under the skin. Even the bone microfractures or complicated spine injuries are not clearly visible on the X Ray images. Apart from this, it also exposes the patient to some amount of radiations but the benefit of the information gained from an X-ray image outweighs the risk of radiations.

Q. Who interprets the X-ray results?

The interpretation of an X-Ray image is carried out by a radiologist who analyses or reads the X-ray image and prepares a report of the findings which is shared with the patient.