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Abstract

Background and Objectives: Early diagnosis of Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) is important for prevention ofgreater damages of the parts of the maxillofacial region. This study aims to determine the pattern of TMD among patientvisiting Peshawar dental college.Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted between the periods of January 2021-dec 2022 among the patientvisiting oral medicine department of Peshawar dental hospital. Total sample size of 200 patients were assessed. TMJevaluation form’ index was used. Gender, age and all sign symptom’s like pain, TMJ click, mouth opening, deviationwere noted.Results: Out of 200 patients 110 were female and 90 were male, with age range 10- to 80 years,67 % patient presentwith TMJ click and pain both while 93% presented with TMJ click only. 15% present with limited mouth opening. Thepain and click were the most common sign and symptoms noted.Conclusion: TMD is a common problem and the severity of TMD was found higher among patient visiting Peshawardental college. Temporo-mandibular joint disorders give association with gender.