Synovial chondromatosis is an uncommon
disease of
cartilage transformation of
synovial membrane with formation of loose bodies within the
joint space. The involvement of
temporomandibular joint is very rare. Symtoms include swelling,
pain, stiffness of the
jaw, and inability to close the
jaw. A case involving the
temporomandibular joint(
TMJ) and non-symptoms is presented.