Occlusal splint assisted self-reduction of chronic temporomandibular joint dislocation: a case report
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Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dislocation presents most times as an acute process that can be solved with nonsurgical fashion by conventional digital intraoral reduction. On the other hand, in chronic TMJ dislocation, it is extremely hard to reduce a joint back to its functional anatomic position due to fibrous tissue around TMJ and usually requires surgical intervention. This case report demonstrated the treatment modality of chronic TMJ dislocation using acrylic occlusal splint for 3 weeks which succeeded to promote the joint back to its position and resulted in good occlusion. This technique could be treatment of choice for chronic TMJ dislocation because of cost effectiveness, avoiding the operation and less complication.
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