Bilateral total mandibular reconstruction with patient specific implants for temporomandibular joint ankylosis

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) ankylosis is a complex entity that requires accurate diagnosis and prompt treatment. Multiple surgical modalities have been proposed to treat TMJ ankylosis, including gap arthroplasty, interpositional arthroplasty and total joint reconstruction. This article is to report one treated with patient specific implants due to its complexity, technical considerations are presented and could be an option for patients with similar conditions requiring this type of complicated treatment.