Effect of Arthrocentesis on Temporomandibular Joint Osteoarthritis Patients

Arthrocentesis is an effective treatment method for patients with sudden and severe closed lock. Insertion of needles into the superior joint space of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) under local anesthesia is possible. Patients can benefit from pain reduction and immediate increasing of jaw mobility. Arthrocentesis has been considered to be a noninvasive surgical option before surgical intervention to treat TMJ internal derangement not improved by conservative non-surgical therapies. The mechanisms of arthrocentesis are: 1) Removing adhesions between the disc surface and the mandibular fossa, 2) Cleaning inflammation- and pain-producing materials, and 3) Changing intra-articular pressure.
Source: Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Source Type: research