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[Temporomandibular joint prosthesis. A retrospective study from 1947]
1Service de Stomatologie et de Chirurgie Maxillo-Faciale, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Saint Pierre, Bruxelles, U.L.B.
Acta Stomatologica Belgica
|March 1, 1997
Summary
Degenerative temporo-mandibular joint diseases are a significant concern. Current prosthetic solutions for the temporo-mandibular joint (TMJ) show limited success, necessitating further research into effective treatments.
Area of Science:
- Maxillofacial Surgery
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Biomaterials Science
Context:
- Degenerative temporo-mandibular joint (TMJ) disorders present significant challenges for maxillofacial surgeons.
- Existing articular replacement techniques, adapted from orthopedics, have not yielded satisfactory outcomes for TMJ pathologies.
- A comprehensive review of historical and current prosthetic interventions is needed.
Purpose:
- To review and classify various prosthetic techniques used for temporo-mandibular joint reconstruction.
- To evaluate the efficacy and limitations of different types of TMJ prostheses.
- To provide a historical and physiological context for TMJ joint replacement.
Summary:
- This study analyzes 597 cases involving different temporo-mandibular joint (TMJ) prostheses.
- Techniques reviewed include interpositional, endo-osseous, extra-cortical, and extensive reconstruction prostheses.
- An attempt is made to classify these diverse prosthetic approaches for TMJ disorders.
Impact:
- Highlights the unmet needs in temporo-mandibular joint (TMJ) reconstruction.
- Informs the development of improved prosthetic designs for TMJ disorders.
- Provides a foundational classification for future research in TMJ joint replacement surgery.