1-hour: Understanding Common Temporomandibular Disorders

1-hour: TMJ Imaging: CT and MRI in Normal and Diseased Joints

1-hour: Surgical Pearls and Advice for Predictable Outcomes in Total Joint Reconstruction

Intended Learning Outcomes for Workshop Lectures:

Lecture 1: Understanding Common Temporomandibular Disorders

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

Describe normal TMJ anatomy and function.

Differentiate between common temporomandibular disorders and their clinical features.

Identify when conservative management is appropriate versus when surgical referral is indicated.

Lecture 2: TMJ Imaging – CT and MRI in Normal and Diseased Joints

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

Explain the role of CT and MRI in evaluating the TMJ.

Interpret normal and pathological features of the TMJ on imaging studies.

Integrate imaging findings with clinical assessment to guide diagnosis and treatment planning.

Lecture 3: Surgical Pearls and Advice for Predictable Outcomes in Total Joint Reconstruction

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

Outline indications, contraindications, and preoperative planning for total joint reconstruction.

Apply surgical techniques and intraoperative pearls that improve predictability and outcomes.

Evaluate postoperative complications and long-term patient outcomes in TMJ reconstruction.