TMD vs TMJ:

What Every Dental Professional Should Know

A focused continuing education session with Ann-Marie DePalma exploring the anatomy, assessment, and management of temporomandibular disorders for today’s dental professionals.

Everything You Need to Know to Attend

📅 February 12, 2026

⏱️ 6:30-8 pm EST

1.5 CE Provided through AADH

Live on Zoom

What You’ll Learn in This Session

Temporomandibular disorders are frequently encountered in dental settings, yet they are often misunderstood or inconsistently assessed.

In this continuing education session, Ann-Marie DePalma will provide a clear, evidence-based overview of TMD and TMJ, helping attendees strengthen their understanding of these conditions and their role in comprehensive patient care.

This session is designed to bridge theory and practice—supporting dental professionals in recognizing, evaluating, and appropriately managing patients presenting with TMD-related concerns.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

  • Differentiate between TMD and TMJ terminology and clinical relevance

  • Review the anatomy and function of the temporomandibular joint

  • Identify common signs and symptoms associated with temporomandibular disorders

  • Understand contributing etiological and ecological factors

  • Discuss current approaches to evaluation and treatment

  • Recognize the role of the dental care team in supporting patients with TMD

Designed for Dental Professionals Seeking Clinical Clarity

This continuing education session is intended for individuals involved in dental care who want to strengthen their understanding of temporomandibular disorders and their impact on comprehensive patient management.

This session is well-suited for:

Dental hygienists

Dental professionals and clinical team members

Dental and hygiene students

Educators and faculty in dental programs

Professionals seeking continuing education credit

Whether you are currently practicing, teaching, or preparing to enter the field, this session offers practical insight that supports informed assessment, interdisciplinary care, and improved patient outcomes.

Meet Ann-Marie

CDS, RDH, MEd, FADIA, FAADH, FADHA

Ann-Marie C. DePalma, CDS, RDH, MEd, FADIA, FAADH, FADHA is a graduate of the Forsyth School for Dental Hygienist, Northeastern University and the University of Massachusetts Boston. Ann-Marie is a Fellow of the Association of Dental Implant Auxiliaries (ADIA), a Fellow of the American Academy of Dental Hygiene (AADH), a continuous member of American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA), as well as a lifetime member of the American Association of Dental Office Management (AADOM). She is an Esther Wilkins Distinguised Alumni of Forsyth Award recipient. Ann-Marie has published in dental and dental hygiene publications and textsbooks. She is a consultant dental hygiene examiner for CDCD/WREB/CITA.

Ann-Marie presents continuing education programs for dental team members on a variety of subjects. She has been employed as a software trainer educating teams on software technology for their practice and patients, a business/clinical advisor for a national dental practice management company, a faculty member of a dental hygiene program, and program chair of a dental assisting program after having been employed in clinical practice for a number of years. Beyond continuing continuing education programs, Ann-Marie is a prolific writer having written in a variety of dental publications and can provide written materials for your business.

She is married with 2 adult sons and is a Minister of the Word (Lector) at her church and volunteers in other local activities.

Secure Your Spot Now!

Registration is required to attend this continuing education session.


Once registered, you will receive confirmation and event access details via email.

📅 February 12, 2026

⏱️ 6:30-8 pm EST

1.5 CE Provided through AADH

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