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Title: [How I Treat. An Anterior Temporomandibular Joint Dislocation]. Author: Gilon Y, Johnen J, Nizet JL. Journal: Rev Med Liege; 2015 Sep; 70(9):411-4. PubMed ID: 26638440. Abstract: Anterior dislocation of the temporomandibular joint is not uncommon and requires prompt management. A defect of dislocation reduction can lead to severe functional impairment of a complex, and often active joint. The diagnosis is clinical and relatively obvious. It is made by the frontline medical team, general practitioner or emergency doctor. Recurrent cases are a matter for maxillofacial surgeons. This article describes a conventional technique for anterior dislocation reduction, to achieve urgently. The second part of the article deals with the specialized surgical treatment of relapsing forms.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]