Centre of the disc in TMJ is_____________?

Correct answer: C. Avascular & deviod of nervous tissue

  • A. Avascular
  • B. Devoid of nervous tissue
  • C. Avascular & deviod of nervous tissue
  • D. None of the above

Explanation

The central part of the TMJ articular disc is composed of dense fibrous tissue and lacks both blood vessels and nerve fibres. Vessels and nerves are mainly found toward its peripheral attachments.

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