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Systematic Assessment of Mammalian Skull Specimens for Dental and Temporomandibular Joint Pathology
Published on: August 22, 2022
Temporomandibular joint dislocation
Aaron Liddell1, Daniel E Perez2
1Former Chief Resident, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Texas HSC San Antonio, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, MC 7908, San Antonio, TX 78229-3900, USA.
Abstract:
Dislocation of the temporomandibular joint is one of many pathophysiologic joint conditions that the oral and maxillofacial surgeon is challenged with managing. Managing a dislocated joint will inevitably be the challenge of most surgeons or physicians, whether in private or academic practice. Accordingly, this article addresses the pathophysiology associated with dislocation, in addition to treatment strategies aimed at managing acute, chronic, and recurrent dislocation.
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