Is kaban ’s protocol justified in the present scenario?

The successful surgical management of TMJ ankylosis is a challenging procedure that the maxillofacial surgeons face in their practice. Non-compliance with active jaw exercises and relapse is infuriating for both the surgeon and the patient. In 1990, Kaban introduced a structured protocol and later modified it in 2009 with the advent of distraction osteogenesis.1.2 Traditionally, TMJ ankylosis was managed by osteoarthrectomy with or without TMJ reconstruction and secondary orthognathic procedures.

Source: Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - July 23, 2020 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Mohan Baliga, Aananya Mishra Source Type: research