| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3169956 | Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology, and Endodontology | 2006 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
A case of long-standing, bilateral dislocation of the temporomandibular joint characterized by anterior open bite, and an inability to close the mouth is reported. A number of conventional modalities were tried unsuccessfully to reduce the dislocated condyle. Subsequently, the patient was successfully treated with bilateral vertical-oblique osteotomy of ramus (external approach) without using internal fixation. This modality resulted in achieving occlusion and a good range of mandibular movement postoperatively.
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Authors
Subhas Chandra Debnath, S.M. Kotrashetti, Rajshekhar Halli, Shridhar Baliga,