Book Description: This text deals with the aetiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of disorders of the temporomandibular joint. Chapters include the clinical assessment and investigation of the patient and the clinical conditions that are associated with TMJ disorder. Management and surgical advice are given whilst all the time a conservative approach to surgery is cautioned. The disadvantages and advantages of competing techniques are assessed and guidance as to the best approach discussed. The book should be of interest to maxillofacial surgeons, dental surgeons and plastic surgeons.