Objective: To evaluate the usefulness of arthrocentesis in the treatment of intra-articular temporomandibular pain and functional improvement of mandibular movements. Material and methods: Uncontrolled trial in 30 patients with signs…
Temporal mandibular joint (TMJ) reconstruction (functional and anatomical), is a common clinical problem in the maxillofacial area. The reasons that may lead to a TMJ breakdown are: by a tumor;…
Introduction: There is high prevalence of TMJ functional impairment; these are the product of several factors that lead to joint overload and occlusal nonstability, with triggers and accelerator factors that…
Introduction: Ankylosis may be defined as the fusion of the articular surfaces with bony or fibrous tissue. The treatment of temporomandibular joint ankylosis poses a significant challenge because of the…
Objective: Proteoglycan 4 (PRG4) is a multifaceted cytoprotective glycoprotein that mediates the boundary lubrication of articular cartilages and maintains joint homeostasis and functions. However, the expression of PRG4 and associated…
The aim of this study was to analyze the prevalence of internal derangement of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) diagnosed by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The following data was evaluated: chief…
The aim of this paper is to describe the clinical and arthroscopic findings in a group of patients with perforation in the temporomandibular joint disc. A total of 450 arthroscopies…
The aim of this study was to compare the perioperative evolution of two different arthrocentesis techniques, one performed by direct palpation of the anatomical structures and the other by preestablished…
Purpose: Evaluate the clinical and functional outcome of a custom temporomandibular hemi-joint fossa/eminence implant prosthesis. Materials and methods: Prospective IRB protocol study of 36 patients (40 custom TMJ implant prosthesis)…
Objective: Botulinum Toxin-A is a strong biological toxin synthesized by Clostridium botulinum which is a gram positive, anaerobic, spore forming organism. Its mechanism of inhibiting acetylcholine release at neuromuscular junctions…
The term osteomyelitis, from the Greek (osteos = bone + myelós = marrow), describes an inflammatory process caused by infection in the cortical and cancellous bone. The diagnosis is based…
We want to present that the reactivation of condylar hyperplasia is completely possible. Despite the finish of postsurgical orthodontic treatment was finished, our team of work has a protocol of…
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders are relatively common, but their pathophysiology is not fully understood. Research has demonstrated the presence of reactive oxidative radical species and various inflammatory mediators in TMJ…
Synovial Chondromatosis of a joint is a benign condition of unknown aetiology. It is characterised by the presence of loose body in the articular space. It commonly affects larger joints…
Objective: This study aimed to investigate the inflammatory cytokine profile in the synovial fluid (SF) of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) in patients with synovial chondromatosis (SC). Patients and methods: Ten patients…
Synovial chondromatosis (SC) of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is an uncommon benign entity characterized by the formation of calcified loose bodies within the joint. The standard treatment is arthrotomy of…
Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of TMJ pain and bone status on the activities of daily living (ADL). Material and methods: The study included…
Introduction: Haemoglobin sickle-beta thalassemia (HbS/β-thalassemia) is a rare variant of sickle cell disease (SCD) occurring when both HbS and β-thalassemia genes are inherited. The severity of the condition depends on…
Introduction: Sickle-cell disease (SCD) is characterised by episodes of acute self-limiting pain due to vaso-occlusion. Around two-thirds of SCD patients are HbSS homozygotes whilst most of the remainder have HbSC…
TMJ ankylosis as a complication of infection is a known but extremely rare presentation, with scientific literature reporting very few published cases. Septic arthritis infections occurring in a neonate with…
