A Rare Case of Post Septic Temporomandibular Joint Ankylosis

Temporomandibular joint ankylosis involves fusion of the mandibular condyle to the base of the skull. It is a major clinical problem that affects many patients suffering from facial trauma, infection or systemic disease. The treatment of Temporomandibular joint ankylosis poses a significant challeng...

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Published in:Online journal of health & allied sciences : OJHAS 2013-08, Vol.12 (2)
Main Authors: Binayak Baruah, Subhabrata Sengupta, Bhargaw Ilapakurty, Santosh Prasad Kesari
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Ankylosis
Gap arthroplasty
Temporomandibular joint disorders
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Summary:Temporomandibular joint ankylosis involves fusion of the mandibular condyle to the base of the skull. It is a major clinical problem that affects many patients suffering from facial trauma, infection or systemic disease. The treatment of Temporomandibular joint ankylosis poses a significant challenge because of technical difficulties and a high incidence of recurrence. This report describe a rare case of a 16 year-man with complete inability to open his mouth, diagnosed with unilateral post septic left bony Temporomandibular joint ankylosis. The surgical approach consisted of gap arthroplasty followed by vigorous physiotherapy.
ISSN:0972-5997