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Interpositional Arthroplasty - A Novel Approach for Posttraumatic Temporomandibular Joint Ankylosis

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Trauma to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) can cause the debilitating condition known as TMJ ankylosis (TMA), which results in joint fusion and limited movement of the jaw. A thorough approach that considers the patient’s esthetic and functional needs is required for the condition’s effective therapy. This article is aimed at surgical management, supplemental therapy, and postoperative rehabilitation of a child with posttraumatic unilateral TMA. The preoperative maximum mouth opening of 24 mm was improved to 35 mm postoperatively following interpositional arthroplasty using temporoparietal fascia flap. There were no signs of reankylosis on 1-year follow-up.

Source: Journal of Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences University

DOI: 10.4103/jdmimsu.jdmimsu_705_24

Authors: Palak Choudhary, Abhineet Jain, Poorvi Gupta, Juhi Lohiya

Institution: People’s University

Language: English

Topic: Temporomandibular Joint Disorders

Subfield: Complementary and Manual Therapy

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4409080191

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