Arthroscopy of the temporomandibular joint

Arthroscopy is a technique that allows direct visual examination of the internal surfaces of the joint. In the past decade, arthroscopy has become a major diagnostic and therapeutic tool in the treatment of articular disorders of the knee. The purpose of this report is to present a comprehensive overview of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) arthroscopy in order to familiarize the practitioner with this adjunct to temporomandibular disorder diagnosis and treatment.