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Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis is an auto-immune disease characterized by reduced mobility and articular pain persisting for more than six weeks in children below the age of 16 where other diseases can be excluded. There are approximately 1.000 children with the disease living in Norway. Involvement of the temporomandibular joints before the end of active growth can cause craniofacial growth disturbances producing a characteristic mandibular retrognathism. Because the temporomandibular joints are a part of the general dentist practitioner’s responsibilities knowledge about this pathological condition is crucial as early diagnosis is of great importance for the long-term prognosis. This review describes terminology, complications, symptoms, clinical appearance, diagnosis, treatment possibilities and with information specifically relevant for dentists. The temporomandibular joint arthritis and treatment often plays a central role for juvenile idiopathic arthritis patients and is described in greater detail.

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