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Case Reports
. 1975 Nov;40(5):584-9.
doi: 10.1016/0030-4220(75)90367-9.

Temporomandibular ankylosis secondary to rheumatoid arthritis. Report of a case

R L Seymour, V L Crouse, W B Irby
Case Reports

Temporomandibular ankylosis secondary to rheumatoid arthritis. Report of a case

R L Seymour et al. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol. 1975 Nov.

Abstract

A case of unilateral bony ankylosis of the temporomandibular joint secondary to rheumatoid arthritis is presented, and the surgical treatment and postoperative regime are suggested. It is believed that, with proper motivation of the patient, an adequate oral opening may be maintained.

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