Which of the following accurately describe the area immediately surrounding the temporomandibular joint (Select all that apply. ) ?
A) The entire TMJ is surrounded by a thick fibrous capsule.
B) The lateral side of the capsule is thickened between the articular tubercle and the condyle.
C) The temporomandibular ligament is a thickening on the lateral side of the capsule.
D) The condyle is displaced medially by the temporomandibular ligament.
E) The temporomandibular ligament provides some resistance to lateral displacement.
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