Fangzhou Bian

Distinct biological and biomechanical features in jaw and knee cartilage contribute to their degenerative susceptibility

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and knee joint are both prone to degenerative diseases such as osteoarthritis (OA); however, TMJ-OA generally manifests earlier than knee OA, with underlying mechanisms largely unknown. In this study, we explored potential explanations through co...