The gliding movement of the temporomandibular joint allows the lower jaw to move forward or backward.What movement of the mandible is involved when the lower jaw moves forward?

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Protrusion is the movement of the mandible (lower jaw) forward, which is made possible by the gliding movement of the temporomandibular joint. This movement allows for actions such as biting and chewing. Retraction is the opposite movement, where the mandible is moved backwards. Elevation and depression refer to the movement of the mandible up and down, respectively.

The Gliding Movement of the Temporomandibular Joint Allows the Lower