Retrusion of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is primarily limited by the:
a. Horizontal portion of the temporomandibular ligament
b. Stylomandibular ligament
c. Anterior portion of the temporomandibular joint capsule
ANS: A
Both the horizontal and oblique portion of the temporomandibular ligament are positioned to resist
posterior translation of the condyles.
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