TMJ Arthritis in Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: Clinical Features, Imaging, and Treatment

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Learning Objectives:

Recognize the clinical presentation of TMJ arthritis in JIA, including subtle signs and impacts on growth/occlusion
Select and interpret appropriate imaging, emphasizing contrast-enhanced MRI for active synovitis and effusion
Differentiate active inflammatory disease from chronic structural changes and relate findings to prognosis
Outline a stepwise management approach including medical therapy, intra-articular options, and orthodontic considerations

Matthew Adams, MD

Dr. Adams is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Pediatric Rheumatology at Corewell Beaumont Hospital and Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. He attended medical school at SUNY-Downstate and completed residency at Kings County Hospital. He completed his Pediatric Rheumatology fellowship at the University of Mighigan.