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The hypomobile temporomandibular joint

M H Friedman1

  • 1Department of Dentistry, Westchester County Medical Center, Valhalla, New York, USA.

General Dentistry
|May 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) hypomobility after dental work can be managed with NSAIDs, TMJ mobilization, and specific exercises. This approach successfully restored normal jaw opening and reduced pain.

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Area of Science:

  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Physical Therapy
  • Biomedical Engineering

Background:

  • Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) hypomobility typically results from joint capsule restriction or disk displacement.
  • Voluntary immobilization following dental procedures can lead to painful TMJ hypomobility.

Observation:

  • A patient presented with unilateral TMJ hypomobility (19 mm opening) and pain, with a normal disk position, after a dental procedure.
  • The condition was attributed to voluntary immobilization.

Findings:

  • Management involved inflammation control using NSAIDs and ice massage.
  • TMJ mobilization was employed to address joint capsule adhesions and realign collagen fibers.
  • Resistive jaw opening exercises promoted lateral pterygoid muscle relaxation and restored a pain-free 44 mm opening.

Implications:

  • This case highlights a successful conservative management strategy for TMJ hypomobility secondary to dental procedures.
  • The multimodal approach, including mobilization and targeted exercises, effectively restored function and alleviated pain.
  • Findings suggest the importance of addressing muscle and joint capsule components in TMJ rehabilitation.

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