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Surgical Correction of Temporomandibular Joint Ankylosis

1989; Elsevier BV; Volume: 16; Issue: 4 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1016/s0094-1298(20)31294-3

ISSN

1558-0504

Autores

James E. Zins, James D. Smith, David James,

Tópico(s)

Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology

Resumo

A better understanding of facial growth processes and pathophysiology of temporomandibular joint ankylosis should lead to an improved surgical outcome. Surgical anatomy, pathophysiology, and treatment options are reviewed. Suggestions for varying the procedure in patients in whom facial growth is not complete are discussed.

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