Temporomandibular Joint Ankylosis Release: 17  Years of Experience with 521 Joints

ConclusionWe conclude that after TMJ ankylosis release with interpositional arthroplasty, reconstruction of the RCU with L ramus osteotomy is the most favorable. This procedure not only causes least complications, but also maintains height of ramus, facilitating surgeries for secondary asymmetry correction.
Source: Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery - Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research