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Review
. 1991 Jun;49(6):578-83 discussion 583-4.
doi: 10.1016/0278-2391(91)90338-m.

The treatment of temporomandibular joint internal derangements using a modified open condylotomy: a preliminary report

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The treatment of temporomandibular joint internal derangements using a modified open condylotomy: a preliminary report

L G Upton et al. J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 1991 Jun.

Abstract

A modified open condylotomy was used to treat 44 patients who presented with painful temporomandibular joints, and in whom the clinical and arthrographic findings were indicative of disc displacement. A total of 64 joints (20 bilateral) were operated on. Postoperatively, the patients showed an overall improvement in their functional symptoms. Ninety-one percent of patients had improvement in clicking and popping, and 96% reported decrease in locking. Complaints related to pain and headache were improved 85% and 95%, respectively. The modified technique, as well as the anatomic basis for its use, are discussed.

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