The Nuances of Temporomandibular Joint Ankylosis Surgery: Tips and Tricks

ConclusionThe subtle modifications address various aspects such as the adequacy of the preauricular approach, the use of a wide flame-shaped bur, the obliquity of the arthroplastic osteotomy, burnishing the residual ramal stump devoid of irrigation, temporalis muscle release and coronoidectomy, aggressive intermittent intraoperative jaw physiotherapy, mandatory use of a vacuum drain and rigorous postoperative jaw physiotherapy.
Source: Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery - Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research